Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)

SUNY Brockport NY•SUNY Brockport, NY

About The Position

SUNY Brockport is seeking a Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) to perform skilled maintenance, diagnosis, repair, and overhaul work on gasoline- and diesel-powered motor equipment, including University vehicles, construction equipment, grounds equipment, snow-removal equipment, and generators. The position performs routine and emergency repairs both in the garage and in the field, carries out preventive maintenance and safety inspections, and may supervise subordinate employees by providing practical trades instruction and experience. The mechanic diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems; plans repairs and obtains parts; repairs engines, electrical systems, chassis, brakes, transmissions, hydraulic systems, and other components; and may perform body work, welding, cutting, brazing, and generator repairs. The role also supports shop operations by maintaining clean and organized work areas, conducting spot checks, procuring parts and quotations, monitoring fuel systems, completing paperwork, and securing tools and keys. The employee coordinates equipment inspections and repairs and conducts applicable tank and vehicle safety inspections. The position requires service-oriented communication with Facilities staff and the campus community, compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and the ability to perform scheduled and unscheduled overtime. It is a benefits-eligible position scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Four years of experience as an automotive or diesel mechanic diagnosing faulty vehicle or equipment operation and performing mechanical repairs across several automotive and/or diesel systems, or an associate's degree in automotive or diesel repair technology.
Education may substitute for up to two years of experience: graduation from a technical or vocational automotive/diesel technology or repair program may substitute for one year; graduation from a one-year post-high-school certificate program in automotive or diesel repair technology may substitute for up to two years.
Working knowledge of practices and techniques for mechanical and electrical repairs on gasoline-powered automotive and other motor-driven equipment.
Ability to accurately diagnose mechanical or electrical problems in gasoline- and/or diesel-powered self-propelled and non-self-propelled equipment.
Ability to weld materials such as steel plate using oxy-acetylene and electric welding equipment.
Ability to interact congenially and service-orientedly with Facilities staff and the campus community.
Familiarity with and adherence to safety and environmental regulations relating to garage operations, equipment, vehicles, and tools.
Ability to perform routine and emergency tasks, including scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
Ability to climb, stoop, perform moderately heavy labor, and lift at least 50 pounds.
Ability to understand and follow directions and read, write, and communicate verbally.
Computer skills adequate to use computerized maintenance management systems and other assigned computer applications.
Certified Motor Vehicle Inspector Certificate for light- and heavy-weight vehicles must be obtained within four months of hire.
CDL Class B with air brake endorsement must be obtained within six months of hire.
A valid New York State driver's license appropriate to the vehicle operated is required when operating motor vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with campus accounts.
Similar experience in an academic, commercial, or public environment.
Experience using Footprints, Maximo, All Data, Mitchell, and Petrovend computer-driven programs.
Familiarity with EPA/DEC tank inspections.
Familiarity with diagnostic programs such as Tech2, WGS, EASE, and Modis.

Responsibilities

Diagnose mechanical and electrical breakdowns and faulty performance in vehicles and equipment through visual examination, review of reports, discussion with operators, testing, and observation.
Plan repair procedures and order replacement parts and materials.
Repair, maintain, and adjust automotive electrical systems, chassis components, steering, front ends, hydraulic and air brakes, engines, transmissions, clutches, differentials, transfer cases, torque converters, and related components.
Perform major repairs on heavy trucks and construction equipment, including diesel systems, hydraulics, fuel injection, turbochargers, and automotive electronics.
Perform preventive maintenance inspections on vehicles and equipment, including cleaning, washing, and fueling fleet equipment.
Perform body and fender work when needed, including surface restoration, scraping, and spray painting.
Weld, cut, and braze materials using electric or oxy-acetylene equipment.
Diagnose and repair University emergency generator motors when needed.
Tow vehicles and arrange towing when needed.
Maintain clean and organized shop, office, and storage areas; complete daily spot checks; and account for tools and keys.
Obtain quotations and parts according to procedures, monitor daily fuel consumption, and verify fuel dispensing system operation.
Complete and submit required paperwork accurately.
Coordinate equipment inspections and schedule repairs, including inspections of campus lifts and measuring devices.
Conduct NYSDEC-registered tank inspections and periodic safety inspections of University-owned vehicles under applicable New York State procedures.
Supervise tasks performed by subordinates and provide practical trades instruction and experience.
Perform routine and emergency work, including scheduled and unscheduled overtime, while following safety and environmental regulations.
Interact with Facilities staff and campus community members in a congenial, supportive, and service-oriented manner.