3/23/2015 - Automotive Mechanic
Performs skilled automotive mechanical work in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of town automobiles, police cruisers, trucks, fire trucks, heavy and light equipment, both diesel and gasoline powered; and marine equipment. As needed, will be called upon to participate in leaf pick up program and snow plowing/removal activities. Under general supervision, performs skilled diagnostic and repair work on a variety of heavy and light equipment vehicles. Repairs, rebuilds, and reconditions heavy equipment such as snow-loaders, rollers, tractors, shovels, compactors, heavy trucks and other gasoline and diesel powered heavy machinery. Diagnoses electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic disorders within a variety of heavy vehicles determining the method of repair. Performs repair or adjustment tasks upon: electro-mechanical systems, air brakes, vacuum hydrovac power brakes, two and four cycle diesel engines, electronic ignitions, emission control systems, standard and automatic transmissions, front and rear ends, carburetors, alternators, and generators, as well as electrical systems; and performs other maintenance tasks as needed. Performs preventive maintenance and repair on emergency generators. Performs simple bodywork on heavy equipment, including but not limited to, replacing fenders and removing dents. Perform related work as required. Participates in plowing and snow removal activities.
Applications and a full job description are available online. Applications must be received in the Town Manager's office by 4 p.m. on Monday, April 6, 2015. Applicants may be required to pass a test for drugs and abuse/or misuse of alcohol. The Town of Wethersfield is an equal opportunity employer.