Maintenace Mechanic Foreperson (Machinist)

Overview

This is a provisional appointment. Brief Job Description (Essential Functions Of The Job) : Under direction of the Commissioner or his / her designee, performs work of moderate difficulty involving supervision and assisting subordinates in the maintenance and repair of a variety of automotive vehicles, such as pickup trucks, packers, trailers, and earth-moving diesel equipment; performs machining of metal parts, assembly, installation and repair of various machines; ensures preventative maintenance programs are adhered to; assists in more complex repairs; maintains time and attendance records; requisitions parts and supplies; performs mechanical work and related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, and supervises rough and finished machining work.
• Assigns work to ensure timely completion and turnaround of equipment and vehicles.
• Inspects work in process and at completion.
• Maintains time records of subordinates and prepares reports of work done.
• Requisitions necessary materials and supplies.
• Works closely with positions to orient, train, and update on equipment : Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator (SHMEO), Heavy Motor Equipment Operator & Laborer (HMEOL), Motor Equipment Repairperson, and others as assigned.
• Works with the City\'s Central Fleet Department to manage inventory of park maintenance vehicles and equipment.
• Coordinates with vendors to send overloads or unfinished stock to outside shops for completion when required.
• Assists with the management of vendor contracts and agreements.
• Responsible for opening and closing the Park Maintenance Garage daily.
• Tows and delivers vehicles and equipment using tow trucks, flatbed trucks, and trailers.
• Performs other job-related duties as necessary and required.

Required to work any emergency as directed by the Commissioner of Parks & Recreation or his / her designee.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

CORI Check Required

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

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