"Motor Equipment Mechanic IV - Middlesex Community College"

Title: Motor Equipment Mechanic IV

Unit: AFSCME Unit II, Grade 16

Department: Department of Facilities Management

Reports to: Director of Bedford Facilities

Date: November 7, 2023 (Reopened December 15, 2025)

General Summary

The Motor Equipment Mechanic IV inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs motor vehicles and equipment for use by agency personnel; consults with operators, manufacturers, or dealers' representatives regarding specifications or problems relating to the operation of motor vehicles and/or equipment; writes repair orders and specifications for new vehicles and equipment; and performs related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to maintain and repair motor vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. The individual in this position will be part of the Essential Personnel and will be responsible for assistance in snow removal.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Repair motor vehicles and equipment by overhauling, rebuilding, replacing, or adjusting gasoline or diesel engines, carburetors, distributors, alternators, generators, starters, differentials, and transmissions according to manufacturers' specifications.
• Service vehicles and equipment by changing and repairing tires, adjusting brakes, and cleaning and lubricating parts as needed to ensure their optimum working order.
• Repair and overhaul electrical circuits and units including all warning light circuits, arrowboards, electronic spreader circuits, electric motor circuits, and electric solenoid circuits.
• Perform body repairs
• Operate snow removal and/or sanding equipment and vehicles.
• Operate other equipment used in automobile operation and repair such as hydraulic lifts, bumper jacks, and diagnostic testing equipment.
• Maintain records of vehicle service and Repair and overhaul equipment bobcat skid steer, John Deere loader
• Prepare vehicles for inspection stickers.
• Solicit bids from outside vendors for repairs and decide whether repairs will be done in-house or by outside vendors.
• Troubleshoot and road test motor vehicles and equipment such as automobiles, trucks, and snow blowers to determine the repair work needed to be done.
• Road test motor vehicles and recommend them for road use.
• Supervise vehicle maintenance and repair garage.

Job Requirements

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, experience in the repair, maintenance, and overhaul of automotive equipment such as automobiles, trucks, front-end loaders, etc.

Substitutions: A certificate or diploma from a recognized trade, technical, or vocational school, at the high school level or above, with a major in automotive shop practice, may be substituted for one year of the required (A) experience.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of hand-held tools used in automotive repair and maintenance such as wrenches, pliers, etc.
• Knowledge of the principles of operation of internal combustion engines.
• Knowledge of the principles of operation of diesel engines.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of materials and supplies used in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in automotive repair and maintenance such as hydraulic lifts, bumper jacks, grinders, and air tools.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of precision measuring equipment and devices such as micrometers, calipers, etc.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques used in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Ability to work independently.
• Skill in heavy equipment and automotive repair and maintenance.
• Ability to understand the laws, rules, and regulations governing motor vehicle inspection.
• Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, available resources, controlling work through periodic reviews and/or experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities
• Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASE certification

Additional Information

Salary Range: The starting salary for a Grade 16, Step 6 position is $65,869.18. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:

• High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
• Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
• Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
• Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
• Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
• Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
• Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Location: Bedford campus with occasional travel to Lowell as needed

Hours: 40 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire,

Expected Start Date: January 2026

Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled.