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

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 Comments

• The starting salary for this position is $73,956, ($59,425 for Columbia County).
• This amount is comprised of the base salary of $57,956 ($50,425 for Columbia County) with an additional geographic pay differential of $16,000 ($9,000 for Columbia County) specific to this title and location.

Cannabis Use

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.

Additional Information

• Email Address: dot.sm.r8.hr.personnel@dot.ny.gov
• Address: NYS Department of Transportation - Region 8
  4 Burnett Boulevard
• Note on Applying: Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, a current resume, and a copy of required transcripts (if applicable), titled by last name, with the Notice Number R08-26-17 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than December 31, 2026 to:
• New York State Department of Transportation,
  Administrative Services,
  4 Burnett Blvd
  Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
• E-mail: dot.sm.r8.hr.personnel@dot.ny.gov