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. ## Duties Description Motor Equipment Mechanics perform preventive maintenance and routine repairs on a variety of Department vehicles and other equipment. Overtime will be required and during the Winter Maintenance Season you may be placed on a shift other than the day shift. Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations. Specific 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 ## Additional Comments Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment physical prior to appointment and participate in substance abuse testing while in the position. ## Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should complete a NYS Dept. of Transportation Application for Employment (S1000 Part 1) and submit with a letter of interest and current resume. If responding via email, please include the title and posting number in the subject of your email. Applications for employment may be found at the following web address: https://www.ny.gov/nysdot-employment-opportunities/application Date Posted: 01/15/21 Applications Due: 12/31/21 Vacancy ID: 84266 Agency: Transportation, Department of Title: Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) Region 4- Ontario County Occupational Category: Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Grade: 12 Bargaining Unit: OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range: From $43484 to $53081 Annually Employment Type: Full-Time Appointment Type: Permanent Jurisdictional Class: Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage: 0% Workweek: Mon-Fri Hours Per Week: 40 From: 7 AM To: 3:30 PM Flextime allowed?: No Mandatory overtime?: Yes Compressed workweek allowed?: No Telecommuting allowed?: No County: Ontario City: Rochester State: NY Zip Code: 14623 Name: Lisa M. Schuster Telephone: 585-272-3334 Fax: 585-272-3426 Email Address: dot.sm.r04.personnelDOTjobs@dot.ny.gov Street Address: 125 Parrish St. Street: 1530 Jefferson Rd
