Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment), Cortland County, Region 3

Duties

• 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.
• Overtime will be required and during the Winter Maintenance Season you may be placed on a shift other than the day shift.

Responsibilities

• Serve a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

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 Successful completion of the New York State Department of Labor approved Diesel Engine Mechanic apprenticeship.
• OR An Associate's degree in automotive or diesel repair technology.
• Education as detailed below may be substituted for a maximum of two years of experience:
• 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.

Substitution

• 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.

Additional Information

• 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.
• Note: All candidates must pass a pre-employment physical/medical examination and drug test prior to beginning employment.
• Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from employment.

Salary

The starting salary for this position is $59,425. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $50,425 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.

Contact Information

Name: Zane Wootton, R3 Acting Fleet Manager
Email: Zane.Wootton@dot.ny.gov
Address: Office of Fleet Administration & Support, 5450 South Bay Road

Notes on Applying

Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R03-26-03 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than December 31, 2026.