Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) - Region 8 - (Rockland County)

State of New York • New Hempstead, NY

358d • $65,268 - $72,268

About The Position

The Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) position at the New York State Department of Transportation involves diagnosing and correcting faulty vehicle and equipment operations. Responsibilities include overhauling, adjusting, and repairing gaseous fuel engines, clutches, transmissions, differentials, and various complex systems such as ignition, wiring, lighting, fuel, cooling, braking, and hydraulic systems. The role also requires conducting NYS inspections, overhauling and rebuilding starters, generators, compressors, pumps, and a variety of other equipment including track vehicles, loaders, cranes, and hydraulic excavators. The mechanic will also diagnose and repair electronic engine control systems, anti-lock brake systems, and air conditioning. Additional duties may include cutting and welding, making road calls, test driving equipment, completing reports, and utilizing department fleet management software. Overtime is required, especially during the Winter Maintenance Season when shifts may vary.

Requirements

• Four years of experience as an automotive or diesel mechanic responsible for diagnosing faulty vehicle and/or equipment operation.
• Successful completion of the New York State Department of Labor approved Diesel Engine Mechanic apprenticeship.
• An Associate's degree in automotive or diesel repair technology.
• Must obtain a valid NYS Inspection Certification within one year of appointment.
• Must obtain a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver's License with no air brake restriction within one year of appointment.
• Pass a pre-employment physical/medical examination and drug test.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a technical or vocational program in automotive or diesel technology may substitute for one year of experience.
• Graduation from a one-year post high school certificate program in automotive or diesel repair technology may substitute for up to two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and correct the causes of faulty vehicle and equipment operation.
• Overhaul, adjust, and repair gaseous fuel engines, clutches, transmissions, and differentials.
• Repair ignition, wiring, lighting, fuel, cooling, braking, and hydraulic systems.
• Conduct NYS inspections.
• Overhaul and rebuild starters, generators, compressors, pumps, and small engines.
• Diagnose and repair electronic engine control systems and anti-lock brake systems.
• Make road calls and test drive equipment.
• Complete reports and utilize parts catalogs.
• Effectively use department fleet management software.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with a salary range from $65,268 to $72,268 annually.
• Mandatory overtime may be required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees