Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) - Region 8 - (Western Orange County)

Basics Schedule Location Job Specifics How to Apply Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program. NY HELP No The agency in which the vacancy exists. Agency Transportation, Department of The job title for the vacancy. Title Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) - Region 8 - (Western Orange County) The job title for the vacancy. Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit. Salary Grade 12 The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned. Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy. Salary Range From $65268 to $72268 Annually Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Contingent Permanent Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0% This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time. Hours Per Week 40 Workday The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 7 AM The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 3:30 PM If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? Yes If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No The county in which the vacancy is located. County Orange The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address NYS Department of Transportation - Residency 8-5 3233 Route 6 The city where the vacancy is located. City Middletown The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). State NY The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code 10940 The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. 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; ignition, wiring, lighting, fuel, cooling, braking and complex hydraulic systems; steering, wheel and suspension mechanisms; and 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, including but not limited to, track vehicles, loaders (front-end and belt), cranes, shovels, lifts, hydraulic excavators, etc. 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 to assist in repair, ordering, and managing the repair schedule and parts stock. Overtime will be required and during the Winter Maintenance Season you may be placed on a shift other than the day shift. The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. 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. (On your application you must specify types of repair work performed and the kinds of vehicles on which you performed this work). 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. 1. 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. 2. 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 (aviation) mechanic (except for ground equipment); gas station attendant; the repair of motorcycles, motor boats, or small engines; installation or repair of transmissions, mufflers, brakes, or tires; new car preparation; auto body repair work; or management activities as the owner or supervisor of a repair shop or service station is NOT QUALIFYING. Within one (1) year from appointment to a Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) position, candidates must obtain a valid NYS Inspection Certification issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles; and also must obtain 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. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from employment. Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments The starting salary for this position is $72,268 ($65,268 for Columbia County). This amount is comprised of the base salary of $56,268 with an additional geographic pay differential of $16,000 ($9,000 for Columbia County), specific to this title and location. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Administrative Services The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax ... Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address ... Address The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street NYS Department of Transportation - Region 8 4 Burnett Boulevard The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Poughkeepsie The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12603 Instructions for potential applicants. 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 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than December 31, 2025 to: Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume and cover letter to: New York State Department of Transportation, Administrative Services, 4 Burnett Blvd Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 E-mail: ...