Review Vacancy

Date Posted: 08/28/25
Applications Due: 09/11/25
Vacancy ID: 196532

Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencySUNY Brockport

TitleService and Repair Assistant (Motor Equipment)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade09

Bargaining UnitCSEA Local 658 (NYS Teachers’ Retirement System)

Salary RangeFrom $50425 to $50425 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Monroe

Street Address 350 New Campus Drive, Brockport, New York, 14420

City Brockport

StateNY

Zip Code14420

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) performs skilled mechanical work in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of gasoline and diesel powered, self-propelled and non-self propelled, motor-driven equipment. This person will perform routine maintenance and mechanical repairs on disabled vehicles, construction and other equipment in the field. They will also perform routine maintenance and mechanical repairs on disabled vehicles, construction and other equipment in the field. Employee will perform maintenance, repairs, inspections and service functions to all University vehicles and mobile equipment. Incumbent will supervise tasks performed by subordinates, providing them with practical trades instruction and experience.

JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential Functions:



Performs skilled mechanical work in the diagnosis of breakdowns and faulty performance of vehicles and equipment:

Visually examines the equipment, reviews breakdown reports, and if appropriate, discusses the problem with the operator to determine the nature and extent of the damage
Uses appropriate test equipment and observation, diagnoses the cause of the faulty mechanical or electrical performance
Plans the work procedure required to make the repair and orders replacement parts and materials.


Makes repairs using mechanic's hand and power tools and test equipment on engines and components, including but not limited to the following:

Repairs, maintains, and adjusts automotive electrical systems including ignitions, switches, generators, voltage regulators, alternators, and starting motors
Repairs, maintains, and adjusts elements of chassis assembly including such components as steering, front end, and hydraulic brakes
May perform body and fender work including the restoration, scraping and spray painting of metal surfaces
Repairs, maintains and adjusts elements of chassis assembly including steering, front end, and hydraulic brakes
Maintains gasoline and/or diesel engines by replacing or repairing parts such as valves, bearings, gears, shafts, pistons, rings, oil, fuel and water pumps, radiators and carburetors
May install new motors
Repairs and services conventional and automatic transmissions including clutch assemblies, differentials, transfer cases, torque converters and gear trains
Periodically performs preventive maintenance inspections of vehicles and equipment (automotive, snow removal, light and heavy construction, grounds equipment, generator equipment) to ensure safe and trouble-free operation (this includes the cleaning, washing, and fueling of the fleet equipment that is maintained or used by the garage)
Performs major repairs on heavy trucks and construction equipment repairs and maintains diesel powered equipment including such components as complex hydraulic systems, transmissions and differentials, hydraulic and air brakes, automotive electronics, fuel injection systems, turbochargers and starting systems
Welds, cuts and brazes a variety of materials using electric or oxy-acetylene welding equipment
May diagnose and perform repairs of University emergency generator motors
Tows vehicles and makes arrangements for towing of vehicles, as needed


Oversees shop operations:

Maintains all shop areas and office in a clean and organized manner
Completes daily spot checks
Procures quotations and parts following procedures
Monitors daily fuel consumption and verifies proper operation of the fuel dispensing system
Accurately completes all paperwork and submit to the proper person
Accounts daily for the security of all tools and keys
Maintains all storage areas in a clean and organized manner


Performs and coordinates safety and environmental inspections:

Coordinates inspections and schedules repairs of campus equipment (i.e., lifts, measuring devices, etc.)
Conducts NYSDEC registered tank inspections
Conducts periodic safety inspections of University owned vehicles following prescribed procedures set forth by the New York State Periodic Motor Vehicle Inspection Law
Operating Needs:

Working knowledge of the practices and techniques of making a variety of mechanical and electrical repairs on gas powered automotive and other motor-driven equipment
Working knowledge of the rules and regulations of the facility
Ability to make accurate diagnoses of mechanical or electrical problems for gas and/or diesel powered self-propelled and non-self-propelled automotive equipment
Ability to weld such materials as steel plate using oxy-acetylene and electric welding equipment
Candidate must have the ability to interact with Facilities staff and members of the campus community in a congenial, supportive and service-oriented manner.
Is familiar with and abides by all safety and environmental regulations pertaining to the operation of the garage, equipment, vehicles and tools
Performs routine and emergency tasks involving scheduled/unscheduled overtime
Candidate must have the ability to climb, stoop, and do moderately heavy labor and lifting (a minimum of 50 pounds).
Applicants must be able to understand and follow directions and read, write and communicate verbally.
Must possess computer skills adequate to work with computerized maintenance management systems and other computerized applications as assigned
CDL Class B with air brake endorsement - within six months of hire

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

Non-Competitive: four years of experience as an automotive or diesel mechanic responsible for the diagnosis of faulty vehicle and/or equipment operation and the performance of mechanical repairs covering several aspects of automotive and/or diesel systems OR an associate's degree in automotive or diesel repair technology.

Substitution: Education as detailed below may be substituted for a maximum of two years of experience.

Graduation from a technical or vocational program, such as B.O.C.E.S, in automotive or diesel technology or automotive or diesel repair technology may be substituted for one year of experience.
Graduation from a one-year post high school certificate program in automotive or diesel repair technology may be substituted for up to two years of experience.
When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with campus accounts.
Similar experience in an academic/commercial/public environment.
Experience using Footprints, Maximo, All Data, Mitchell and Petrovend computer driven programs.
Familiar with EPA/DEC tank inspections.
Familiar with the use of diagnostic programs such as Tech2, WGS, EASE and Modis.

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How to Apply

Name Ezgi Erdogan

Telephone 5853952126

Fax

Email Address eerdogan@brockport.edu

Address

Street 350 New Campus Drive

City Brockport

State NY

Zip Code 14420

 

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