Automotive Mechanic
SALARY: Minimum $23.00/hour plus free health insurance per current
WNIEA Contract of agreement
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Makes skilled repairs and adjustments to automotive equipment and machinery; does
related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This is skilled work involving responsibility for the complete overhaul and repair of a
variety of automotive equipment. The work requires a thorough knowledge of the trade. General instructions are received regarding tasks to be performed, but considerable leeway is permitted in planning the details of each assignment.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative Only):
Supervises automotive mechanics helpers and participates in maintenance and is responsible for repair of all county automotive equipment; Performs skilled operations in the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of gasoline and diesel motor equipment including trucks, tractors, rollers, bulldozers and snow plowing equipment; Replaces of repairs motors, pumps, fuel pumps, generators, carburetors and shock absorbers; Repairs ignition systems, transmissions, brake systems, differentials, and front and rear axles; Tunes engine and sets the timing;
Makes minor welding repairs to automotive and related equipment; Uses a variety of machine tools such as lathes and drill presses; Attaches and removes snow plow blades and other auxiliary equipment; Inspects machinery and equipment for needed repairs, overhauling, adjustment or replacement of parts; Operates various types of equipment in connection with repair work; Adjusts steering mechanisms and aligns wheels; Adjusts connecting rods and bearings; Maintains a clean work area; May perform motor vehicle inspections; May operate equipment as needed; Completes other duties as assigned.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Thorough knowledge of standard automotive repair methods and of the terminology and
tools of the trade; demonstrated ability to make difficult repairs to heavy automotive and other
mechanical equipment; familiarity with welding techniques; ability to work from plans and
specifications and to follow rough draft sketches and oral instructions, good motor and hand and eye coordination; manual dexterity; good physical condition.
QUALIFICATIONS: A. Graduation from a New York State registered or regionally accredited technical school or community college with an Associate's Degree or certificate in
automotive technology or mechanics; OR
B. Graduation from a high school technical or vocational program in automotive
mechanics and one (1) year of full-time experience or its part-time equivalent in an
automotive repair shop performing repair and maintenance of automotive equipment
under the supervision or direction of a skilled automotive mechanic; OR
C. Two (2) years of full-time experience or its part-time equivalent in an
automotive repair shop performing repair and maintenance of automotive equipment
under the supervision or direction of a skilled automotive mechanic; OR
D. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of
(a), (b) and (c).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of an appropriate level New York State Drivers
License* at the time of appointment. License must be maintained continuously during
employment. Must eventually possess and maintain a valid NYS Class B
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement.