Fleet Services Motor Equipment Repair Student

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Summary:

The MWRA Fleet Services Department is seeking a Co-op/high school student, to provide support to MWRA's Vehicle Maintenance program.
Works directly 1-1 with maintenance or supervisory staff and will receive on-the-job training.

Posting Period: 8/24/2026 to 9/4/2026 Location: Chelsea, MA
Salary: $18.00 per hour Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm - flexible or part time hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Under supervision, completes minor repairs on Authority vehicles and equipment such as tire repair and replacement, wiper blade replacement, topping off fluids, changing lamps and bulbs.
• Assists maintenance staff with some or all of the following tasks:
  
  
  
  • Lube/oil/filter change
  • Chassis greasing
  • Charging batteries
  • Replacing brake components
  
  
  
  
• Serves as a second set of hands to hold tools or assist in more complex repairs.
• Stocks inventory, retrieves inventory from Warehouse, cleans, disinfects, and details interior of vehicles.
• Cleans shop floor and remove trash daily.

Required Qualifications

• Attending/Enrolled in high school or GED program and/or a recent high school graduate or GED recipient.
• Formal high school, Vocational/technical school, or other training in basic automotive repair and/or experience at an automotive repair facility.
• Basic reading, writing, mathematical and oral communication skills.
• Mechanical ability and interest in learning repair skills.
• Ability to perform duties for extended periods of time in variable climate conditions.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices common to the trade.
• For applicants younger than 18 years of age, a Youth Employment Permit may be required prior to starting the position.

Other Position Information
PCR: I8310002 Division: Administration
Department: Fleet Services
Union/Grade: TEMPORARY

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.