Review Vacancy
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleService & Repair Mechanic Motor Equipment, Mid-Hudson Forensic Psychiatric Center, P23597
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $43146 to $53624 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be reachable for appointment from the current Civil Service eligible list for the title;
OR
Transfer Opportunity:
Candidates must have permanent status as a Service & Repair Mechanic – Motor Equipment, Grade 12 and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. In order to be eligible for 70.1 transfer, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a qualifying title within two salary grades of the Grade 12 level.
OR
Provisional:
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. On your application you must specify types of repair work performed and the kinds of vehicles on which you performed this work;
Or 2. 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.
Experience limited to airplane (aviation) mechanic (except for ground equipment); gas station attendant; the repair of motorcycles, motor boats, or small engines; installation or repair of transmissions, mufflers, brakes, or tires; new car preparation; auto body repair work; or management activities as the owner or supervisor of a repair shop or service station is NOT Qualifying.
Duties Description As a Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment), you would diagnose and correct the causes of faulty vehicle and equipment operation. You would overhaul, adjust and repair: gaseous fuel engines, clutches, transmissions and differentials; ignition, wiring, lighting, fuel, cooling, braking and complex hydraulic systems; steering, wheel and suspension mechanisms; and body, cab and frame components. You would also conduct NYS inspections. You may be assigned 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, etc. You may diagnose and repair electronic engine control systems, anti-lock brake systems, and air conditioning. You may also be required to do cutting and welding. In small shops you may supervise Maintenance Assistants, Maintenance Helpers and others. You might also be required to make road calls, test drive equipment, complete reports, use parts catalogs, and perform other related duties.
Notes: ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. At the time of appointment, you may be required to furnish a
basic tool set.
2. You will be required to obtain your certification by the
Department of Motor Vehicles to conduct NYS inspections.
Some agencies require you to have this certification at the
time of appointment, while other agencies allow up to one year
from the date of appointment to obtain this certification.
3. You must obtain an appropriate commercial driver’s license or
any additional driving endorsement determined by the agency.
Some agencies require you to meet these requirements within
three months of appointment while other agencies allow up to
one year for you to obtain licenses or endorsements.
Notes
1. Appropriate part-time and volunteer experience, which can be
verified, will be accepted on a prorated basis.
2. New York State residence is not required.
3. Your degree must have been awarded by a college or
university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized
agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S.
Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your
degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the
United States and its territories, you must provide independent
verification of equivalency. You can write to the Examination
Information Desk of the NYS Department of Civil Service for a
list of acceptable companies who provide this service. This
information can also be found on the Internet
athttp://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm applying on
the Internet, you must mail the independent verification of
equivalency to the New York State Department of Civil Service,
Albany, New York 12239. Attention: S2CAV
4. Physical/Medical Requirements: A medical examination is
required for some agencies. If you pass the evaluation of
education and experience, your physical and medical condition
will be evaluated to ensure that you are able to satisfactorily
perform the duties of these positions with or without
reasonable accommodation. A complete statement of the
physical and medical standards is available at:
http://www.cs.ny.gov/ehs/forms.cfm. The medical
examination will be conducted after a conditional offer of
appointment has been made but prior to commencing
employment. You are responsible for payment of the clinical
laboratory fee. Appointees to this position may be required to
undergo periodic medical examinations to reassess their ability
to perform the essential duties of the position.
5. Substance Abuse Testing: You will be required to participate
in substance abuse testing. Evidence of substance abuse may
lead to your disqualification from appointment or termination
from permanent employment in the position. You will be
advised of these requirements at the time of your employment
interview.
6. Formally: Motor Equipment Mechanic
Additional Comments Background Investigation/Justice Center Review:
Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. 2) Investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 3) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees may be required to pay any necessary fees. Additionally, prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment.
Additional Comments:
This position is eligible for the Mid-Hudson Adjustment of $1,543.
OMH hospital employees must be fully vaccinated or willing to become fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Candidates who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 may not start working until two weeks after their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address mhpc.hrapplications@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Mid-Hudson Psychiatric Center
2834 Route 17M
Notes on ApplyingPlease indicate the Title, Vacancy ID # and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it along with your other application materials via fax, mail or the Human Resources email address noted above.
http://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf
The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.