Job Information
New York State Civil Service Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) in Brooklyn, New York
NY HELP No
Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Title Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)
Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade 12
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $48956 to $59757 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Variable
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 12 AM
To 11:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Kings
Street Address Shirley Chisholm State Park
950 Fountain Ave
City Brooklyn
State NY
Zip Code 11239
Duties Description Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor within the Park’s Maintenance Department, the Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) will perform the following assigned duties but are not limited to:• Identify the various issues (mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic, etc.) with the Region’s self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment. Complete repairs on various pieces of heavy equipment and small-engine devices.• Perform regular engine maintenance and repair on the Region’s various gasoline, alternative fuel, and diesel engines.• Maintain diesel or gas-powered equipment and components such as hydraulic systems, transmissions and differentials, hydraulic and air brakes, automotive electronics, fuel injection systems, turbochargers, starting systems.• Operate and test equipment – repair and utilize hand or power tools, including diagnostic equipment to diagnose equipment issues and suggest repairs.• Perform welds, cuts, and brazes a variety of materials utilizing the appropriate welding equipment.• May supervise, train, and instruct subordinate Regional Maintenance staff – seasonal or permanent. • Orders, receives, and inventories supplies and or parts for vehicle and all maintenance needs.• Operates a variety of self-propelled motor vehicles and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment to test proper operation.• Perform a variety of semi-skilled preventative maintenance, repair, installation and mechanical tasks on motor equipment and electrical trades like oil changes, tire rotations etc. • Incumbents must have a working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in their respective trades (Motor equipment ) and be willing to learn new skills. • Plan and lay out projects, train others as well as read and interpret blueprints and design specs for optimal vehicle operations. • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have 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'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.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.
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.• The schedule is 40 hours per week, with pass days to be determined. Weekend, evening, and holiday shifts may also be required.• Must be able to supervise others and to act independently with a minimum of supervision.• Must have ability to understand and carry out written and/or verbal instructions.• Must have knowledge of standard safety practices.• Candidate is expected to periodically support the New York City Region’s park and operational needs, including special assignments at other parks and emergency management tasks as needed.DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400BENEFITS: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 costAdditional 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 LeaveTo 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.
Name NYS Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office
Telephone
Fax
Email Address nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street 163 West 125th Street
17th Floor
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10027
Notes on Applying APPLICATION PROCEDURE:If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please submit a resume, an employment application and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the stated minimum qualifications. The employment application (Part 1 – Pre-Interview Form S1000) can be downloaded from the website of NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward these three required items by email to nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov.Application information should be emailed to NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. You must include “Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) - SCSP” in the title of your e-mail for consideration. Electronic submissions are encouraged.It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.