Service & Repair Mechanic (Auto Body)

Minimum Qualifications

Must have four years of experience under the supervision of an auto body mechanic or completion of an apprenticeship program and possession of a driver's license appropriate to the equipment operated and repaired.
If verifiable, we will accept and prorate part-time and volunteer experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The CSEA contracts allow for salary protection for seasonal / hourly employees who are appointed to permanent graded positions with lower hiring rates under certain circumstances. We encourage OPRHP seasonal / hourly applicants to check in with your Regional Business Office Administrator to inquire about the potential impact on your salary.

Duties Description

Under the direction of the Regional Park Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent performs maintenance and Motor equipment repair within Bear Mountain State Park.
The job duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
• perform skilled tasks, requiring specialized training and experience, to paint, repair, and maintain the bodies and parts of vehicles, equipment, and other property in an agency fleet.
• Repaints equipment and property by cleaning, sandblasting, grinding, filling, and priming.
• Repairs bodies, fenders, and chassis by replacing damaged parts, straightening frames and related parts, and welding, fabricating, scraping, and treating them.
• Removes and replaces body parts and accessories.
• Assists in estimating the costs of repairs to damaged vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains time and cost distribution records.
• Maintains and is responsible for tools, equipment, and inventory assigned to the body and paint shop.
• Requisitions and orders parts, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintains the shop and equipment.
• Supervises staff assigned to the shop.

Additional Comments

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State.
• Must possess a New York State Vehicle Inspector’s license within 6 months of appointment and must maintain the vehicle inspector’s license as a term and condition of employment.

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off
• PEF & CSEA: 44 days - 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays
• M/C: 39 days - 13 vacation days, 8 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays
• Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• 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: 07/31/24

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