Service And Repair Mechanic (motor Equipment) Thousand Islands Regional Maintenance

Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)

Duties Description

Service & Repair Mechanics (Motor Equipment) perform skilled mechanical work in automotive repair shops in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline, diesel powered, and alternative fuel self-propelled and non-self-propelled motor-driven equipment and may perform routine maintenance and mechanical repairs on disabled vehicles, construction, and other equipment in the field. Duties Include:

• Diagnoses and performs major and minor mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment.
• Installs body and fender work on self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment. Maintains gasoline, alternative fuel, and diesel engines; performs preventive maintenance and safety inspections of vehicles and equipment.
• When licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles, may perform NYS Motor Vehicle Inspections.
• Maintains diesel powered equipment and components such as, hydraulic systems, transmissions and differentials, hydraulic and air brakes, automotive electronics, fuel injection systems, turbochargers and starting systems.
• Operates test equipment, hand and power tools, including equipment that assists in the diagnosis and repair of electronic engine control systems. Welds, cuts, and brazes a variety of materials using electric or oxy-acetylene welding equipment.
• May supervise, train, and instruct subordinates.
• Orders, receives, and inventories supplies and parts for vehicle maintenance and repairs. Operates a variety of self-propelled motor vehicles and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment to test proper operation.

Minimum Qualifications

Non-competitive: 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 OR an associate 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.

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

Reassignment Qualifications:

You must be a current New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) employee with one year of permanent, non-competitive or 55-b/55-c service as a Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment), SG-12.

Additional Comments

OPERATIONAL NEEDS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.

• Must possess a valid NYS Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B or obtain one within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.

• Experience in heavy equipment operations is preferred but not required.

*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate 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.

BENEFITS:

Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

Paid Time Off

• CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays

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: parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

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