Job Description 

Duties:

Maintain records and schedules. Maintain records of all parts purchased. Maintain records of all work performed. Perform and/or schedule towing assignments. Maintain tool control in compliance with Department of Correction Policy. Supervise incarcerated individuals in the performance of vehicle maintenance. Order and receive automotive parts. Diagnose and repair Department of Correction vehicles. Proper use of hazardous materials to include disposal of used hazardous waste.  Must have experience with gas and diesel engine maintenance. Performs other duties as assigned.

**SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL HAVE TO SUCCESSFULLY PASS

A PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION, DRUG SCREENING,

OSHA RESPIRATOR MEDICAL EVALUATION AND BACKGROUND

AND MUST ATTEND A FOUR (4) WEEK RECRUIT ACADEMY**

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years of automotive mechanics, hands on experience in repairing vehicles, training or instructing work, the major duties of which involved automotive repair Capable of maintaining accurate records and schedules. Must read and write English correctly and communicate clearly. Ability to diagnose and repair motor vehicles. Knowledge of towing, wrecker and ramp truck operations. ASE certified. Maintain mechanical capability and cleanliness of Transportation Security Vehicles. Must have a good driving record.

Comments:

This is a Civil Service position. Candidate must take and pass the next Civil Service Examination for this title and score must be reached in order to be considered for a permanent appointment.  Please note that salaries for union positions are determined according to the provisions of the respective collective bargaining agreement.   Applicants must have no felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The Massachusetts Department of Correction shall not hire anyone who may have direct contact with offenders, who has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents. The DOC urges bi-lingual applicants to apply.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.  Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements.  We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.