Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) Allegany State Park

About the role

Under the supervision of the Regional Park Maintenance Supervisor, SG-18 or designee, the Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment), SG-12 will be assigned to Regional Maintenance within Allegany State Park and will perform journey-level mechanical work in the diagnosis, maintenance, overhaul, and repair of a wide variety of light, medium, and heavy duty motor vehicles, trucks, heavy equipment and other forms of specialized motor equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks in the repair, maintenance, and servicing of automotive and mechanical equipment such as service and adjustment of brakes, replacement of wheel bearings, and the removal and replacement of components including starters, fuel pumps, water pumps, gas tanks, exhaust system components, shock absorbers, springs, and radiators.
• Performs engine repairs as well as tune-ups according to manufacturer’s specifications.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections of vehicles and equipment following preventive maintenance schedules to ensure safe and trouble-free performance.
• Executes minor and major mechanical repairs by disassembling and assembling engine components or mechanical equipment, cleaning parts and inspecting them for wear, and performing activities such as grinding valves and valve seats according to specifications and specific instructions.
• Assists in the installation, maintenance, and upkeep of communications and tracking equipment such as vehicle mounted radios and geolocation/tracking devices.
• Operates departmental equipment including light duty trucks, commercial vehicles, and heavy equipment.
• May perform welding using electric or oxy-acetylene welding equipment not requiring complex planning and layout or the use of special procedures.

Qualifications

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 OR an associate's degree in automotive or diesel repair technology.

Education Substitutions

• 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.
• Education may be substituted for a maximum of two years of experience.

Reassignment Qualifications (Current NYS OPRHP Employees Only)

• At least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment).
• Verifiable part-time and volunteer experience will be accepted and prorated as appropriate.

Driver's License

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

Requirements

• 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.
• Must possess and maintain a valid certification as a NYS Department of Motor Vehicles Inspector, or obtain such certification within the probationary period, and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess or obtain a valid NYS Class B Commercial Driver’s License within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.
• Under the provisions of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The incumbent is required to participate in pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.

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. Seasonal/hourly applicants are encouraged to check with their Regional Business Office to inquire about the potential impact on salary.

Benefits

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

• Paid Time Off (CSEA): 44 days – 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, 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
• 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 Leave

Learn more about benefits: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx