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Mount Laurel Township

MECHANIC

Mount Laurel Township, Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States

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Overview MECHANIC, Public Works – Lumberton Township is seeking a full‑time mechanic with at least 5 years of experience on class 8 trucks and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities Diagnose and repair diesel fuel systems and turbochargers, DEF exhaust and regeneration systems, diesel engine trouble codes, water pumps and cooling systems, vehicle and body‑mounted hydraulic systems, snow plow systems, vehicle electrical and lighting systems, and air brake systems. Perform basic welding, cutting, and fabrication as needed. Maintain, repair, and service a variety of light‑duty equipment and motor vehicles, including construction equipment, mowers, chain saws, weed trimmers, blowers, leaf collection systems, street sweepers, pickup trucks, police vehicles, fire apparatus, and ambulances. Responsibilities also include diagnosis and repair of engines, on‑board computer components, electrical systems, HVAC systems, brake systems, transmissions, and tires. Read and use technical manuals, specifications, diagrams, schematics, and similar guides for diagnosis and repair.

Qualifications

Any formal training from an automotive accredited vocational or community college is considered and credited to overall experience and knowledge.

Certifications, such as ASE A‑1 through A‑9 and ASE T1 through T8, are a plus but not required.

Class B Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement (required).

Ability to take direction and perform a variety of tasks as assigned by the Superintendent of Public Works, including manual labor and operation of hand tools, air tools, tire machines, brake lathes, grinders, electronic scanners, welding and cutting tools.

Willingness to work in all kinds of weather, on‑call, and available for overtime during emergencies such as snow and rain events.

Physical and drug screen required before employment.

Compensation Salary range: $65,000–$85,000 per year, based on mechanic and welding experience. Position includes paid holidays, benefits, and pension.

Application All interested candidates must email a cover letter and resume to Meredith Riculfy Administrator at

meredith@lumbertontwp.com .

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