Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of full-time 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 or diesel repair technology 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:

Graduation from a technical or vocational program, such as B.O.C.E.S, in automotive or diesel technoloty or automotive or diesel repair technoloty 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.

When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

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

Duties Description

Under the direction of the Regional Park Maintenance Supervisor or designee, the incumbent will be assigned to the Regional Maintenance Garage. The incumbent will be required to perform a wide range of vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance tasks. Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Performs tasks in the repair, maintenance, and servicing of automotive and mechanical equipment such as service and adjustment of brakes, replacement of wheel bearings, and the removal and replacement of such components as starters, fuel pumps, water pumps, gas tanks, exhaust system components, shock absorbers, springs, and radiators.
• Performs engine repairs as well as tune-ups according to manufacturer’s specifications.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections of vehicles and equipment following preventive maintenance schedules to insure safe and trouble-free performance.
• Execute minor and major mechanical repairs by performing such tasks as disassembling and assembling engine components or mechanical equipment, cleaning parts and inspecting them for wear, and performing activities such as grinding valves and valve seats according to specifications and specific instructions.
• Operate departmental equipment including light duty trucks, commercial vehicles, and heavy equipment.
• May perform welding using electric or oxy-acetylene welding equipment not requiring complex planning and layout or the use of special procedures.

Additional Comments

OPERATING NEEDS
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess a valid Class B*** Commercial Driver’s License with airbrake and tanker endorsements that allows the candidate to legally operate commercial vehicles in New York State or obtain one within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.***
• Must obtain certification by the Department of Motor Vehicles to conduct NYS vehicle inspections on #1 Light vehicles and #2 Heavy Vehicles within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.
• Must have working knowledge of practices and techniques of making a variety of mechanical and electrical repairs on gas and diesel powered automotive and other motor-driven equipment.
• Must have working knowledge of the operation of automotive and other motor-driven equipment.
• Must have the ability to make accurate diagnoses of mechanical or electrical problems of gas and/or diesel powered self-propelled and non-propelled automotive equipment.
• Must have the ability to use tools, equipment, and materials of the mechanical trade.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret technical maintenance manuals, circuit diagrams and blueprints.
• Must be able to supervise others and to act independently with a minimum of supervision.
• Must have the ability to understand and carry out instructions, including in writing.
• Must have knowledge of standard safety practices.

***Under the provisions of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The candidate is required to participate in pre-employment, random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
• Paid Time Off:
o CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• Health Care Benefits:
o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• Additional Benefits:
o New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
o NYS Deferred Compensation
o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
o Paid Parental / Family Leave

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

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

Closing Date/Time: 06/25/24

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