Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) (Region 7-Franklin County)
Duties
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.
- Overtime will be required and during the Winter Maintenance Season you may be placed on a shift other than the day shift.
Responsibilities
May be required to 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.
Additional Comments
Region 7, Fleet Administration and Support, in the following counties: Jefferson, Lewis, St. Lawrence, Franklin and Clinton Counties.
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.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.
In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name: James Sullivan, R7 Fleet Manager
Email Address: james.sullivan@dot.ny.gov
Application Instructions
Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume along with a completed Application of Employment Part 1 (found at https://www.dot.ny.gov/jobs), with the Notice Number R7-26-02 in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than December 31, 2026.