Auto Mechanic

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Perks: All Parks employees receive free membership to our recreation centers.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

-Under supervision, overhaul, repair and maintain engines and component assemblies used in automotive, construction and special equipment powered by internal combustion engines, motors and motor-power equipment.
- Supervise machinist helpers, automotive service workers and other personnel as directed; train assigned machinist helpers, automotive service workers or other related personnel in the performance of various maintenance and/or repair tasks.
- Maintain records and inventories of parts, components, supplies and materials; update computer tracking system as needed and maintain work orders and other records.
- Maintain clean and safe work bays; some of the physical activities performed by Auto Mechanics and environmental conditions experienced are: working in a non-temperature controlled environment; climbing ladders; moving heavy automotive parts; carrying heavy tool boxes; crawling and working in narrow spaces; working in the vicinity of hazardous, flammable materials and solvents and engine exhaust fumes.

Work Location: TBD

6 months, Spring to Fall

Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee of $96.00 Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $.50 background check fee.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# .

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

References will be required upon request. We appreciate the interest of all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you have any questions regarding this vacancy or require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call:--.

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

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AUTO MECHANIC -

Minimum Qualifications

1. Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as an auto mechanic; or
2. Not less than two and one-half years of full-time satisfactory experience as specified in "1" above plus sufficient helper or apprentice experience or relevant full-time education acquired in a college, university,technical school, trade school or vocational high school approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, to make up the equivalent of five years of acceptable experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of helper or apprentice experience or relevant education.

License Requirements:
At the time of appointment candidates must possess a New York State Class B Commercial Driver License ("CDL") or a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York and a Learner's Permit for a Class B Commercial Driver License. Appointees hired with a Learner's Permit must obtain the Class B CDL within six months of appointment. The CDL, with no restrictions that would preclude the performance of Auto Mechanic work, must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Preferred Skills
1. Computer skills.2. Strong customer service skills. 3. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications and other related technical licenses and certifications.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at class="jobad-residencyRequirement">Residency RequirementResidency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required for all other candidates within 90 days of hire.