Review Vacancy
TitleService Area Mechanic (SAM)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary RangeFrom $21.01 to $30.12 Hourly
Minimum Qualifications Journey Level MQs:
Four years of experience in mechanical and/or electrical trades; AND possession of a Wastewater Treatment certificate issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation in the grade required for operation; AND possession of a Water Treatment Operator certificate issued by the New York State Department of Health.
Trainee 2 MQs:
Three years of experience in mechanical and/or electrical trades. Trainees must obtain a Wastewater Treatment certificate issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation AND obtain a Water Treatment Operator certificate issued by the New York State Department of Health during their probationary period.
Trainee 1 MQs:
Two years of experience in mechanical and/or electrical trades. Trainees must obtain a Wastewater Treatment certificate issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation AND obtain a Water Treatment Operator certificate issued by the New York State Department of Health during their probationary period.
All candidates must obtain a Class B Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles during their probationary period. Failure to obtain the appropriate driver’s license during the probationary period will result in termination.
Duties Description Maintains and services water treatment systems, wastewater treatment systems, ventilating and heating equipment, cooling towers, boilers, emergency generators, elevators, air compressors, electric motors and other electrical and mechanical systems and equipment and related controls.
Repairs doors, windows, vents, drains, railings and other building components.
Controls emergencies such as propane gas and gasoline leaks and stoppages, electrical malfunctions and other hazardous conditions.
Coordinates major repairs, installation of new equipment, rearrangement of existing equipment and other projects requiring agency personnel.
Supervises service area equipment operators by instructing staff in proper operating and maintenance procedures and techniques; assigning tasks; and reviewing work for adherence to established standards and schedules.
Maintains inspection records and stock part identification break down reports.
Operates tractor plow in snow removal operations.
Additional Comments This is a NYS Thruway Authority Unit 1 Teamsters position:
Health Insurance and Prescription Drug Coverage.
Dental and Vision Coverage.
13 Paid Holidays, 4 of which are floating holidays, which are credited in July each year for use from July 1st through June 30th.
Vacation, Sick and Personal Accruals.
Sick Leave is credited at the rate of one-half day each biweekly pay period up to a total of 165 days.
Sick Leave Incentive Plan – Employees who have not accumulated 165 sick days and have not used sick leave during the periods of January 1st to June 30th or July 1st to December 31st, each year, may receive two days of pay for each six-month period. Employees who have a sick leave balance of 165 days, and continuously maintain that balance for each six-month period, may receive four days of pay for each six-month period.
Employees with 20+ years of continuous Authority/State service may receive up to an additional five days of vacation leave accruals annually.
Membership in the New York State and Local Retirement System, as well as optional enrollment in the NYS Deferred Compensation Plan.
Tuition Assistance Program which reimburses 90% of tuition costs for approved courses up to 15 credit hours per year.
New York's 529 College Savings Program, which provides New York families with a tax-advantaged way to save for college.
Flexible Spending Program, which allows employees to set aside pre-tax payroll deductions for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Service Award Payments - Upon completion of 10 years of Authority service, eligible employees will receive a 10-year Service Award Payment. Payments are then awarded every five years as noted in the contract until 30 years of Authority service is reached. Service Awards have a positive impact on retirement.
Employees are paid bi-weekly, with no lag time.
Some positions will be eligible for downstate and/or geographical pay depending on location and title.
The New York State Thruway Authority is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, familial status, citizen or immigration status, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, prior arrests, prior conviction records, predisposing genetic characteristics or domestic violence victim status. The Thruway Authority is committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on the referenced characteristics and other federal and state protected characteristics.
The New York State Thruway Authority provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Development at accommodations@thruway.ny.gov or call (518) 471-4321.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.