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City of New York

Supervisor of Mechanics Level 1

City of New York, Katonah, New York, United States, 10536

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Supervisor of Mechanics Level 1

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system's 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City. The Bureau of Water Supply (BWS) seeks to hire a Supervisor of Mechanics (Mechanical Equipment) I for a position in the Fleet Services Division, Management Services and Budget (MS&B) Directorate located in Shokan, New York. Under general supervision, of the Supervisor of Mechanics Level 2, the Supervisor of Mechanics Level 1 will work to ensure all Bureau of Water Supply and Bureau of Police and Security vehicles and equipment are properly maintained. Specific duties include: - Directing mechanics in the repair and maintenance of light/heavy-duty vehicles, and equipment. - Reporting to their supervisor and senior management on daily activities and issues with critical vehicles, and procurement. - Possessing extensive mechanical knowledge of equipment such as AEBI, New Holland, Kubota tractors, and construction equipment. - Overseeing staff in the fleet garage, ensuring all automotive work is properly diagnosed and repaired in a safe and timely manner. Must be familiar with the Bureau's vast number of Critical vehicles/equipment for BWS/BPS to be prioritized. - Ensuring all work orders are open and closed, and labor is entered into various Fleet databases. Must have an ARI (Automotive Rentals, inc.) account and knowledge with entering vehicles, and approving automotive work sent to outside vendors. - Being familiar with multiple parts vendors throughout the watershed, and non-requirement contract vendors to properly account for hundreds of deliveries/pickups of auto parts throughout the fiscal year. - Being responsible for scheduling all preventive maintenance, motor vehicle inspections and seasonal work for snow plowing, mowing, and small boat equipment. - Ensuring the fleet garage is stocked with necessary parts, tools, and equipment so work can be properly performed by auto mechanics. This includes ensuring all equipment such as motor vehicle lifts, tire mounting and balancing machines are inspected monthly, and are in good working order. - Ensuring the garage is tidy, has in-depth knowledge and complies with all applicable environmental health and safety regulations. - Possessing excellent professional and customer service qualities to carry out duties. Please note that even though the posting lists Shokan as the primary location, the Supervisor of Mechanics Level 1 will be required to report and supervise at several locations throughout the watershed including Downsville, Grahamsville, Kingston, Cross River, New York. License Requirements: Possession of a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. For appointment to certain positions a Class B Commercial Driver License or a Class A Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York with no restrictions may be required. The Class B or Class A Commercial Driver License with no restrictions must be maintained for the duration of employment. Qualifications

Qualification Requirements 1. Seven years of full-time satisfactory experience as an Auto Machinist, Auto Mechanic, Auto Mechanic (Diesel), Electrician (Automobile) or Machinist, two years of which must have been at a supervisory level; or 2. At least five years of experience as described in "1" above, plus sufficient training of a relevant nature acquired in an approved trade, technical or vocational high school, or relevant education in an accredited college, to make up the equivalent of the remaining required experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of approved trade or vocational high school. One year of acceptable experience will be credited for each 30 semester credits in college. However, all candidates must have the two years of supervisory experience described in "1" above. License Requirements Possession of a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York with no restrictions. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. For appointment to certain positions a Class B Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York with no restrictions may be required. The Class B Commercial Driver License with no restrictions must be maintained for the duration of employment. Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.