NYS Department of Transportation
Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) - Region 8 - (Putnam County)
NYS Department of Transportation, Holmes, New York, United States, 12531
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Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) - Region 8 - (Putnam County) Occupational Category
Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Information
Salary Grade: 12 Bargaining Unit: OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range: From $65,268 to $72,268 Annually Employment Type: Full-Time Jurisdictional Class: Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage: 0% Workweek: Mon-Fri Workday
From 7 AM to 3:30 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County: Putnam Street Address: NYS Department of Transportation - Residency 8-3 City: Holmes State: NY Duties Description
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. Conduct NYS inspections. Overhaul and rebuild starters, generators, compressors, pumps, and a variety of other equipment. 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. 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. Substitution: Education as detailed below may be substituted for a maximum of two years of experience. Graduation from a technical or vocational program in automotive or diesel 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. Experience limited to airplane mechanic, gas station attendant, or similar roles is NOT QUALIFYING. Within one (1) year from appointment, candidates must obtain a valid NYS Inspection Certification and a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver’s License with no air brake restriction. NOTE: All candidates must pass a pre-employment physical/medical examination and drug test prior to beginning employment. Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Additional Comments
The starting salary for this position is $72,268 ($65,268 for Columbia County), comprised of a base salary of $56,268 with an additional geographic pay differential. Contact Information
Name: Administrative Services Telephone: [Insert Telephone Number] Fax: 845-431-7927 Email Address: dot.sm.r8.hr.personnel@dot.ny.gov Address
Street: NYS Department of Transportation - Region 8 City: Poughkeepsie State: NY Notes on Applying
Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R08-25-07 in the subject line by December 31, 2025 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 StateJobsNY ℠ 2025 NYS Department of Civil Service
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State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person. Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position. Job Title
Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) - Region 8 - (Putnam County) Occupational Category
Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Information
Salary Grade: 12 Bargaining Unit: OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range: From $65,268 to $72,268 Annually Employment Type: Full-Time Jurisdictional Class: Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage: 0% Workweek: Mon-Fri Workday
From 7 AM to 3:30 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County: Putnam Street Address: NYS Department of Transportation - Residency 8-3 City: Holmes State: NY Duties Description
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. Conduct NYS inspections. Overhaul and rebuild starters, generators, compressors, pumps, and a variety of other equipment. 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. 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. Substitution: Education as detailed below may be substituted for a maximum of two years of experience. Graduation from a technical or vocational program in automotive or diesel 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. Experience limited to airplane mechanic, gas station attendant, or similar roles is NOT QUALIFYING. Within one (1) year from appointment, candidates must obtain a valid NYS Inspection Certification and a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver’s License with no air brake restriction. NOTE: All candidates must pass a pre-employment physical/medical examination and drug test prior to beginning employment. Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Additional Comments
The starting salary for this position is $72,268 ($65,268 for Columbia County), comprised of a base salary of $56,268 with an additional geographic pay differential. Contact Information
Name: Administrative Services Telephone: [Insert Telephone Number] Fax: 845-431-7927 Email Address: dot.sm.r8.hr.personnel@dot.ny.gov Address
Street: NYS Department of Transportation - Region 8 City: Poughkeepsie State: NY Notes on Applying
Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R08-25-07 in the subject line by December 31, 2025 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 StateJobsNY ℠ 2025 NYS Department of Civil Service
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