Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleService & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) - Heckscher State Park

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $50425 to $61548 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Specific schedule will be discussed at the time of interview.

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 11:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Suffolk

Street Address Heckscher State Park

City East Islip

StateNY

Zip Code11730

Job Specifics

Duties Description This position is a skilled-trades responsible for the mechanic and technician duties within Heckscher State Park. The Service & Repair Mechanic’s primary responsibility is to perform journey-level motor equipment repair.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Diagnoses the cause of breakdowns and for performing major and minor mechanical, electrical and hydraulic repairs on self-propelled and non-self-propelled mowers, tractors, attachments, vehicles and equipment.
• Works on heavy and light trucks, bulldozers, excavators, compressors, rollers, various mowing equipment, and chain saws and other small-engine equipment.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance and vehicle safety inspections on a routine basis.
• Performs NYS vehicle inspections.
• Supervises and trains lower level or seasonal garage employees to ensure that instructions have been followed, and the quality of work is satisfactory.
• Conducts inspections of facilities/equipment and makes recommendations for repairs or replacements.
• Operates various motor vehicles for towing/hauling and snow plowing/removal as needed
• Performs various welding and metal fabrication duties as needed. Metal fabrication will involve not only motor equipment but also fabrication for various purposes as needed.
• Operates and supervises the machine shop, which houses various specialized equipment for fabrication and metal working.
• Performs other related duties as needed such as repair to small equipment, e.g., mowers, chainsaws, weed trimmers, etc.
• Other related duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications 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.
1. 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.
2. 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.

*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

Additional Comments Specific schedule will be discussed at the time of interview.

OPERATING NEEDS:
• Selected candidate must possess a New York State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License by date of appointment and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid certification as a NYS Department of Motor Vehicle Inspector as a term and condition of employment.
• Ability to prepare job estimates, maintain inventory and stock control, and order shop supplies.
• Follow appropriate safety standards.
• Must be able to work independently

BENEFITS:
Paid Time Off: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays

Health Care Benefits:
Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs

Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits:
New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
NYS Deferred Compensation
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Paid Parental

Appointees who work in Suffolk County will receive an additional $4,000 annual downstate adjustment.

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

How to Apply

Name Personnel

Telephone

Fax

Email Address LongIsland.employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Parks Long Island Regional Headquarters

625 Belmont Avenue

City West Babylon

State NY

Zip Code 11704

 

Notes on ApplyingTO APPLY:
If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency's operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region's administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation by visiting the website at: https://parks.ny.gov/regions/long-island/default.aspx.

Please email your application and resume to LongIsland.employment@parks.ny.gov with the Subject line “Service & Repair Mechanic - Heckscher".

It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.

All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply.

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