Review Vacancy
AgencyTransportation, Department of
TitleService and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) Region 9
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $43484 to $53081 Annually
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. 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.
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.
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.
Within one (1) year from appointment to a Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) position, candidates must obtain a valid NYS Inspection Certification issued by the Department of Motor Vehicle; and also must obtain a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver’s License with no air brake restriction.
Duties Description Service & Repair Mechanics (Motor Equipment) perform preventive maintenance and routine repairs on a variety of Department vehicles and other equipment. Overtime will be required and during the Winter Maintenance Season you may be placed on a shift other than the day shift. Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations. Specific duties include but are not limited to:
• Diagnose and correct the causes of faulty vehicle and equipment operation
• 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
• Conduct NYS inspections
• 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.
• Diagnose and repair electronic engine control systems, anti-lock brake systems and air conditioning
• May be required to do cutting and welding
• Make road calls and test drive equipment
• Complete reports, use parts catalogs and perform other related duties
• Effectively utilize the department fleet management software and DOT electronic systems to assist in repair, ordering, and managing the repair schedule and parts stock
Additional Comments Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Justine Brennan, R9 Administrative Services
Email Address dot.sm.r09.personnelDOTjobs@dot.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Department of Transportation
44 Hawley Street Room 905
Notes on ApplyingPositions may exist in one or more of the Counties covered by Region 9: Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, Schoharie, Sullivan and Tioga Counties.
Qualified candidates please submit a current resume and cover letter of interest with desired geographic work locations listed.