NYS Department of Transportation
Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) (Region 9 Otsego)
NYS Department of Transportation, West Oneonta, New York, United States
Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) – Region 9 Otsego
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Pay Range Base salary: $59,425 – $70,548 per year. Geographic differential varies by county.Duties Description
Diagnose and correct faults in motor equipment, including gasoline fuel engines, clutches, transmissions, differentials, ignition, wiring, lighting, fuel, cooling, braking, steering, wheel, suspension, 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 (track vehicles, loaders, cranes, shovels, lifts, hydraulic excavators, etc.).
Diagnose and repair electronic engine control systems, anti‑lock brake systems, and air conditioning.
Perform cutting and welding as; make road calls and test drive equipment.
Complete reports, use parts catalogs, and perform 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 required; during Winter Maintenance Season may be placed on a shift other than day shift.
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 the diagnosis of faulty vehicle and/or equipment operation and the performance of mechanical repairs covering several aspects of automotive and/or diesel systems. (Specify types of repair work and kinds of vehicles performed on your application).
OR successful completion of the New York State Department of Labor approved Diesel Engine Mechanic apprenticeship.
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.
Within one (1) year from appointment candidates must obtain a valid NYS Inspection Certification issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles and a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver’s License with no air brake restriction.
All candidates must pass a pre‑employment physical/medical examination and drug test prior to beginning employment.
Cannabis use is not permitted. Cannabis use will be tested during the pre‑employment screening process and may be a basis for disqualification for employment or removal from employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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 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).
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Pay Range Base salary: $59,425 – $70,548 per year. Geographic differential varies by county.Duties Description
Diagnose and correct faults in motor equipment, including gasoline fuel engines, clutches, transmissions, differentials, ignition, wiring, lighting, fuel, cooling, braking, steering, wheel, suspension, 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 (track vehicles, loaders, cranes, shovels, lifts, hydraulic excavators, etc.).
Diagnose and repair electronic engine control systems, anti‑lock brake systems, and air conditioning.
Perform cutting and welding as; make road calls and test drive equipment.
Complete reports, use parts catalogs, and perform 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 required; during Winter Maintenance Season may be placed on a shift other than day shift.
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 the diagnosis of faulty vehicle and/or equipment operation and the performance of mechanical repairs covering several aspects of automotive and/or diesel systems. (Specify types of repair work and kinds of vehicles performed on your application).
OR successful completion of the New York State Department of Labor approved Diesel Engine Mechanic apprenticeship.
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.
Within one (1) year from appointment candidates must obtain a valid NYS Inspection Certification issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles and a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver’s License with no air brake restriction.
All candidates must pass a pre‑employment physical/medical examination and drug test prior to beginning employment.
Cannabis use is not permitted. Cannabis use will be tested during the pre‑employment screening process and may be a basis for disqualification for employment or removal from employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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 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).
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