Vehicle Mechanic

Regular Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM [This position will require weekend & overtime hours.]

VEHICLE MECHANIC DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

This is skilled work involving the repair and maintenance of a variety of heavy and automotive equipment. The incumbent performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

(Illustrative Only) Performs repair and maintenance of heavy and automotive equipment including trucks, automobiles, skid-steer loaders, bucket loaders, etc. which are used in construction and maintenance of solid waste management facilities; Performs emergency repairs in the field when equipment cannot return to the garage; Maintains equipment service and repair records, including personal labor hour assignment time sheets; Reviews supplies and parts inventory and recommends appropriate purchases; Examines inoperable equipment for cause and circumstance of defect or damage and prepares equipment fitness reports/appraisals, as required; Operates testing equipment common to the trade including pressure, electrical, flow, tolerance and performance tests; Prepares a variety of records and reports related to the work.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of current practices, tools, terminology, and safety precautions of heavy equipment and automotive maintenance and repair; skill in welding, sheet metal repair, equipment operation maintenance and repair, certification of equipment for operation (ie. NYS inspection); skill in repair of gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, drive trains, hydraulic systems, air systems and electrical systems on equipment used at the solid waste management facility; ability to apply techniques of repair and maintenance shown in service manuals for new equipment; manual dexterity, good motor, hand and eye coordination; willingness to work outdoors occasionally under adverse conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

Two (2) years of experience as a skilled automotive mechanic, which shall have involved repairs and maintenance of heavy automotive equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Eligibility for NYS CDL at the time of application. Possession of a valid Commercial Learner's permit within three (3) months of appointment date. Possession of valid Class B or greater CDL within one (1) year of appointment date. Permit and/or license must remain valid throughout appointment. The Vehicle Mechanic will be required to utilize his/her own tools. However, the Authority will provide necessary specialty tools.

Note:

Position placement contingent upon pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. -

Equal Opportunity Employer- Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.81 - $32.26 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person