Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyTransportation, Department of

TitleStudent Assistant (Region 10)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $20.10 to $20.10 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7:30 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Suffolk

Street Address 375 Carleton Avenue

City Central Islip

StateNY

Zip Code11722

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the supervision of a Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment), Student Interns will observe the performance of vehicle diagnostics; mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on vehicles and equipment. Student Interns will have the opportunity to assist with such routine tasks as brake jobs, oil changes, and other minor maintenance work. Student interns will also be instructed on opening work orders, documenting work performed; or be assigned to a parts room where they will research and order part and go out on parts deliveries. There may be other job shadowing opportunities with appropriate Fleet Management staff.

Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department's response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications Currently enrolled in an accredited automotive technician, automotive repair program or Agriculture and technical program. This includes high school and college level programs.

High school students who are registered in apprenticeship programs duly registered with the Commissioner of Labor or to student-learners enrolled in recognized cooperative vocational training programs also qualify for these positions. I.E BOCES or CTE type program at the high school level.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name William LaVallee

Telephone

Fax

Email Address William.LaVallee@dot.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Department of Transportation - Region 10 Fleet

375 Carleton Avenue

City Central Islip

State NY

Zip Code 11722

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and a copy of your transcript/diploma with the Notice Number R10-25-09 in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than December 31, 2025 to:

NYS Department of Transportation – Region 10
Office of Fleet Administration & Support
375 Carleton Avenue
Central Islip, NY 11722
E-mail: William.LaVallee@dot.ny.gov

The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.

In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.