What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) position at NYS Department of Environmental Conservation?
Description
Duties Description
Diagnose and performs major and minor mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment.
Install body and fender work on self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment.
Maintain gasoline, alternative fuel, and diesel engines; perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections of vehicles and equipment.
When licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles, may perform NYS Motor Vehicle Inspections.
Maintain diesel powered equipment and components such as, hydraulic systems, transmissions and differentials, hydraulic and air brakes, automotive electronics, fuel injection systems, turbochargers and starting systems.
Operate test equipment, hand and power tools, including equipment that assists in the diagnosis and repair of electronic engine control systems.
Weld, cut, and braze a variety of materials using electric or ox-acetylene welding equipment.
May supervise, train, and instruct subordinates.
Order, receive, and inventory supplies and parts for vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Operate a variety of self-propelled motor vehicles and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment to test proper operation.
May be assigned to assist with field work including tree work, maintenance, and trucking.
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.
Substitution: 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.
When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York
State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated
Additional Comments
This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/25, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date.
Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Must be available for emergency response.
Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
Duties Description
Diagnose and performs major and minor mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment.
Install body and fender work on self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment.
Maintain gasoline, alternative fuel, and diesel engines; perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections of vehicles and equipment.
When licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles, may perform NYS Motor Vehicle Inspections.
Maintain diesel powered equipment and components such as, hydraulic systems, transmissions and differentials, hydraulic and air brakes, automotive electronics, fuel injection systems, turbochargers and starting systems.
Operate test equipment, hand and power tools, including equipment that assists in the diagnosis and repair of electronic engine control systems.
Weld, cut, and braze a variety of materials using electric or ox-acetylene welding equipment.
May supervise, train, and instruct subordinates.
Order, receive, and inventory supplies and parts for vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Operate a variety of self-propelled motor vehicles and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment to test proper operation.
May be assigned to assist with field work including tree work, maintenance, and trucking.
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.
Substitution: 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.
When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York
State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated
Additional Comments
This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/25, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date.
Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Must be available for emergency response.
Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
Salary : $23
