Service And Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 01/12/24

Applications Due12/31/24

Vacancy ID148251

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AgencyTransportation, Department of

TitleService and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $56530 to $58016 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 6:30 AM

To 3 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County To Be Determined

Street Address New York State Department of Transportation

Region 1

City Various

StateNY

Zip Code12188

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

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.

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 Vehicles; and also must obtain a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver's License with no air brake restriction.

NOTE: All candidates must pass a pre-employment physical/medical examination and drug test prior to

beginning employment.

Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for

during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment

or may be a basis for removal from employment

Duties Description 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.

Overtime will be required and during the Winter Maintenance Season you may be placed on a shift other than

the day shift.

Additional Comments Region 1 Fleet Administration covers the following 8 counties:

Albany, Essex, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren and Washington.

The starting salary for this position is $56,530. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $47,530 with an

additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location in which you are hired.

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

Name Laura Hilton

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Laura.Hilton@dot.ny.gov

Address

Street Office of Fleet Administration & Support

21 9th Street

City Waterford

State NY

Zip Code 12188

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a current resume, letter of interest and a completed NYS Dept. of Transportation Application for Employment (S1000 Part 1) with Notice Number R01-24-007 included in the

subject line and referenced in the cover letter.

Applications and resumes must be received or postmarked no later than December 31, 2024