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

Duties

Diagnostics and correction of faulty vehicle and equipment operation.

Overhaul, adjust, and repair various mechanical systems including:

• Gaseous fuel engines
• Clutches, transmissions, and differentials
• Ignition, wiring, lighting, fuel, cooling, braking, and complex hydraulic systems
• Steering, wheel, and suspension mechanisms
• 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.

Diagnose and repair electronic engine control systems, anti-lock brake systems, and air conditioning.

May perform cutting and welding.

Make road calls and test drive equipment.

Complete reports, use parts catalogs, and perform other related duties.

Utilize department fleet management software and DOT electronic systems to assist in repair, ordering, and managing the repair schedule and parts stock.

Overtime may be required, and during the Winter Maintenance Season, shifts may vary from the standard 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 diagnosing faulty vehicle and/or equipment operation and performing 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 above may be substituted for a maximum of two years of experience.

Additional Comments

Region 3, Fleet Administration & Support, Tompkins County.

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 salary range listed reflects the full range for this graded position. For new State employees appointed into graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts. For more salary information please visit https://oer.ny.gov/salary-schedules.

DOT is an equal opportunity employer. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply.

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. Candidates for employment must have proper authorization to work in the United States at the time an offer of employment is made. The Department will not sponsor a nonimmigrant for a temporary employment visa (H-1B or similar), OPT STEM, or for permanent residence. Offers of permanent employment may not be made to nonimmigrants whose employment authorization is limited to a period of practical training (F-1 or similar).

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

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