Automotive Mechanic (IFPTE - C17)

Maintenance And Repair Technician

Ramapo College of New Jersey is the state's premier public liberal arts college, where students build the confidence, skills, and perspective to thrive in a changing world. Located on a breathtaking 300-acre campus in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains and just a short trip from New York City, Ramapo blends the best of both worlds: natural beauty, state-of-the-art facilities, and access to one of the world's most dynamic job markets.

With approximately 6,000 students, Ramapo offers a personalized, student-centered experience defined by a 16:1 studentfaculty ratio, small classes, and faculty who mentor, challenge, and inspire. Students can explore over 40 undergraduate majors and a growing portfolio of graduate programs in fields such as Business Administration, Data Science, Nursing, Educational Leadership, Social Work, Special Education, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice. Across every discipline, Ramapo emphasizes hands-on learning through internships, co-ops, study abroad, faculty research, service projects, and real-world experiences that prepare students for meaningful careers.

Our campus is home to cutting-edge academic spaces, including the Anisfield School of Business, the Adler Center for Nursing Excellence, the Sharp Sustainability Education Center, the Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts, the Les Paul Music Studio, and the Peter P. Mercer Learning Commons. Ramapo's award-winning residence halls are consistently ranked among the best in New Jersey.

Nationally recognized for excellence and value, Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public colleges by College Choice, named a Best Regional University North by U.S. News & World Report, and celebrated by Kiplinger's, Money Magazine, Colleges of Distinction, and Victory Media's Military Friendly rankings.

At Ramapo, students don't just earn degrees; they discover their strengths, explore new possibilities, and build the foundation for bold futures.

Working at Ramapo

Ramapo College of New Jersey has been recognized as a "Great College to Work For," where our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We foster an equitable and fair workplace where ideas are welcomed, contributions are valued, and individuals are encouraged to grow both professionally and personally. Employees benefit from meaningful work, development opportunities, and the chance to make a lasting impact on students' lives every day.

At Ramapo College, we believe excellence is achieved through teamwork, respect, accountability, innovation, and a shared commitment to learning. Our all-hands-on-deck culture requires leadership at all levels to ensure we achieve our mission, implement our goals, and invest in our future one student at a time. We are proud to offer a supportive environment that values well-being and continuous improvement.

We believe in being bold, being kind, and being good teammates, making Ramapo not just a place to work, but a great place to belong.

Ramapo College offers outstanding benefits through the New Jersey State Benefits system, generous PTO, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, tuition discounts for employees and their dependents, and much more.

Compensation: IFPTE - C17 - Steps 1-6 $54,672.91 - $67,098.01 Internal candidates' salaries are based on union-negotiated calculations Hours: Monday through Friday - 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of a Crew Supervisor, Mechanics or other supervisory official in a state department, institution, or agency, performs maintenance and repairs on various types of motor vehicles and equipment; does other related duties as required.

Examples of Duties

• Perform maintenance and repairs on diesel and natural gas emergency generators. Includes monthly testing, preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Schedules, checks, preps and repairs student activity vehicles.
• In a garage and/or in the field, performs maintenance and repair on gasoline and diesel motor vehicles, including special purpose vehicles and associated equipment, motorcycles, autos, trucks, graders, cranes, mechanical shovels, leaders, bulldozers, tractors, power mowers, snow plows, rollers, compressors, Concrete mixers, spreaders, pumps, jacks, jack hammers, landscape equipment and shop equipment, tools, and accessories.
• Performs preventive maintenance on motor vehicles and equipment, including inspecting safety items, checking for deficiencies, tune-ups, oil changes, lubrication, filter changes, spark plug and point replacement.
• Diagnoses computerized fuel management systems, computerized ignition systems, and computerized engine timing by using highly sophisticated electronic equipment to determine and perform needed repairs.
• Repairs and adjusts electrical sensors, E.G.R. valves, and computerized electrical systems according to automotive and Federal Government Clean Air Standards.
• Inspects new motor vehicles and new equipment to determine conformance with plans, specifications, and appropriate manuals.
• Repairs fenders and other body parts and tightens chassis.
• Removes, repairs, and/or replaces assemblies (engines, transmissions, axles) subassemblies (cylinder heads, oil pumps, fan belts, generators, starters, gauges) and other parts (tie rods, drag links, ball joints, brake linings, bearings) on motor vehicles and equipment.
• Changes and maintains storage batteries.
• Changes and repairs tires and inner tubes on cars, trucks, and trailers.
• Welds broken assemblies, subassemblies, and/or other parts, and performs simple blacksmithing tasks.
• Obtains, stores, records, safeguards, and properly uses equipment, materials, parts, and other supplies; maintains shop and work area in a clean and organized manner.
• Prepares reports and records of time spent, materials, and parts used, and work completed.
• Uses test equipment to detect, adjust, and/or correct deficiencies on motor vehicles and equipment, including checking and adjusting headlights, caster and camber, hydrocarbon emissions, and timing and dwell.
• Diagnoses inoperative motor vehicles and equipment to determine the cause of malfunction and takes corrective action.
• Repairs, rebuilds, and overhauls assemblies and subassemblies from motor vehicles and equipment, including engines (gasoline and diesel), transmissions (manuals and automatic), electrical components (alternators, generators, and starters) hydraulic components (pumps), and carburetors.
• Performs adjustments on motor vehicle equipment and their assemblies to conform to maintenance manual specifications, including valves, ignition systems, brakes, and clutches.
• Maintains essentials records, reports, and files.
• Prepares clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative automotive mechanical and other related reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Qualifications

Training: Successful completion of one (1) year of training in automotive technology at an accredited community college or vocational school.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a mechanic in the repair and installation of motors, and the maintenance and repair of motorized vehicles and equipment.

Note: Applicants who do not possess the required year of formal training may substitute one (1) additional year of experience as outlined above.

Note: An Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in at least one (1) of the following specialties from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence may be substituted for the formal training: A-1 Engine Repair, A-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, A-8 Engine Performance, L-1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialist.

Licenses and Certifications: Appointees must possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey. Appointees may also be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated.

Note: The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and type of vehicles operated, rests with the Appointing Authority.

Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of automotive tools and equipment. Knowledge of the techniques utilized in the operation of computerized diagnostic equipment. Knowledge of automotive preventative maintenance techniques. Knowledge of the techniques used in the repair of motorized vehicles and equipment. Ability to read and understand maintenance and parts manuals, maintenance and wiring diagrams, schematics, and other written instructions related to the maintenance and repair of motor vehicles and equipment. Ability to prepare reports and records of time spent, materials, and parts used, and work completed. Ability to inspect inoperative motor vehicles and equipment, diagnose the cause of malfunction, and perform repairs to operationally restore the motor vehicles or equipment. Ability to use tools and test equipment properly to inspect, adjust