Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleService and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $47530 to $58016 Annually
Minimum Qualifications You must have 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.
Duties Description Will be responsible to complete diagnostic and corrective measures to determine the causes of faulty vehicle and equipment operation. The incumbent will overhaul, adjust, and repair gaseous fuel engines; clutches, transmissions, and differentials; ignition, wiring, lighting, fuel, and cooling, braking, and complex hydraulic systems; steering, wheel, and suspension mechanisms; and body, cab, and frame components. May be required to overhaul and rebuild starters, generators, compressors, pumps (fuel, water, air and hydraulic), spreaders, small engines, mowers, and a variety of other equipment; including, but not limited to, track vehicles, loaders (front-end and belt), cranes, shovels, lifts, hydraulic excavators, boats, etc. The incumbent may diagnose and repair electronic engine control systems, anti-lock brake systems, air brake systems, and air conditioning. This person will be required to do cutting and welding. This person will supervise subordinate staff by making assignments, observing, and inspecting work. They will be responsible for housekeeping, shop safety, proper use of PPE, redlining faulty and unsafe vehicles and equipment. Will be required to make road trouble calls and test drive equipment.
Will be required to operate a computer to maintain work orders on MMS, schedule work requests, and research technical manuals and parts catalogs.
This position requires knowledge of the state procurement system for payment of outside repairs and replacement parts.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Use of personal protection equipment, including a respirator, will be required. Must be able to work in remote areas. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required. Weekends and holidays may be required. Must be available for emergency response. Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies. Must complete an annual Health and Safety Program including medical monitoring, fit testing, and 40 (or 8) hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification. Must obtain a Class B CDL within 12 months of appointment with appropriate endorsements and no air brake restriction. Will be subject to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (OTETA) of 1991, which requires employee testing for drug and alcohol abuse. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 75 pounds. Must have a valid NYS inspectors license for both heavy and light duty vehicles or obtain them within 6 months of appointment.
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