Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleService and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) Thousand Islands Regional Maintenance

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $48956 to $59757 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Variable

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 AM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Jefferson

Street Address Thousand Islands Regional Maintenance, Keewaydin State park

45443 Otter Street

City Alexandria Bay

StateNY

Zip Code13607

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive: 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 an associate 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, 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.

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.

*When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

Duties Description Service & Repair Mechanics (Motor Equipment) perform skilled mechanical work in automotive repair shops in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline, diesel powered, and alternative fuel self-propelled and non-self-propelled motor-driven equipment and may perform routine maintenance and mechanical repairs on disabled vehicles, construction, and other equipment in the field. Duties Include:

• Diagnose and perform major and minor mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment.
• Install body and fender work on self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment. Maintain gasoline, alternative fuel, and diesel engines; perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections of vehicles and equipment.
• When licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles, may perform NYS Motor Vehicle Inspections.
• Maintain diesel powered equipment and components such as, hydraulic systems, transmissions and differentials, hydraulic and air brakes, automotive electronics, fuel injection systems, turbochargers and starting systems.
• Operate test equipment, hand, and power tools, including equipment that assists in the diagnosis and repair of electronic engine control systems. Weld, cut, and braze a variety of materials using electric or oxy-acetylene welding equipment.
• May supervise, train, and instruct subordinates.
• Order, receive, and inventory supplies and parts for vehicle maintenance and repairs. Operate a variety of self-propelled motor vehicles and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment to test proper operation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must possess and maintain a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess a valid NYS Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B or obtain one within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.
• Experience in heavy equipment operations is preferred but not required.

*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The CSEA contracts allow for salary protection for seasonal / hourly employees who are appointed to permanent graded positions with lower hiring rates under certain circumstances. We encourage OPRHP seasonal / hourly applicants to check in with your Regional Business Office Administrator to inquire about the potential impact on your salary.

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off

• CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays

Health Care Benefits:

• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits:

• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental / Family Leave

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Peyton A. Taylor

Telephone

Fax

Email Address TI.Employment@PARKS.NY.GOV

Address

Street Keewaydin State Park

P.O. Box 247

City Alexandria Bay

State NY

Zip Code 13607

 

Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the Agency’s operating needs and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters, via the agency’s internal intranet site, or by downloading an application from either scanning the QR code or visiting the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website link below.


https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1ThousandIslands.pdf

Please forward your application, resume, and 3 supervisory work-related references to TI.employment@parks.ny.gov with the Subject line “Service and Repair Mechanic” or mail your application, resume, and references to:

Peyton A. Taylor, Regional Director
Keewaydin State Park, P.O. Box 247
Alexandria Bay, NY 13607.

It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and operational needs for the position.