Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) #03584 - Waterford

Job Title

Specific duties and job requirements will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Performs the tasks of a journey-level mechanic in the repair and maintenance of automotive, motorized and construction equipment and attachments
• Uses appropriate test equipment and hand and power tools
• Does skilled mechanical work in the maintenance, repair and adjustment of mechanical, structural, hydraulic and electrical components of gasoline and diesel-powered equipment
• Does body and fender work including restoration, scraping, treating and spray painting of metal surfaces
• Periodically checks all mechanical equipment in conformance with established maintenance schedules and performs all necessary servicing operations
• Supervises other journey-level employees engaged in the maintenance and repair of motorized equipment
• Maintains necessary time and cost distribution records
• Requisitions parts and equipment
• Drives passenger cars and trucks
• Performs State Vehicle Inspections

Minimum Qualifications

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's 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.

Within one (1) year from appointment to a Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) position, candidates must obtain a valid NYS Inspection Certification issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Possession of a valid CDL B (with no Air Brake restrictions) license to operate a motor vehicle in NYS is required for this position. Employees who do not possess this license at the time of their appointment must obtain it within five months or they will be terminated from this position. Employees must continuously maintain this license thereafter or face possible disciplinary action up to & including termination.

Prior to appointment, the candidate must successfully complete pre-employment drug screening appropriate to the duties and responsibilities assigned. External candidates who cannot successfully complete the drug testing requirements may not be offered employment and/or have their job offer rescinded. Internal candidates (current employees) who do not successfully complete the drug testing requirements may be subject to administrative action up to and including termination.

***Please note that once appointed, this position is included in a random drug testing pool and therefore employees will be required to submit to random, periodic drug testing for the duration of their service in positions included in a random drug testing pool.***

Additional Comments

***Please note that the salary for this position may be flexible within the posted salary range depending upon the experience of the candidate.***

The New York State Canal Corporation offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Nine (9) paid holidays annually
• Four (4) paid floating holidays annually
• Earn up to thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Earn five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Earn up to thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually
• Health Benefits
• Participation in the New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP) and access to their variety of affordable health insurance options
• Pre-Tax contribution program
• Dental and Vision benefits at no additional cost
• Opt-Out incentive program
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Additional Benefits
• CSEA representation and access to their benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development and promotional opportunities
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• And many more

The New York State Canal Corporation (Canals), a subsidiary of the New York Power Authority, is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the 524-mile waterway for boating, recreation, tourism and agriculture. The New York State Canal System includes the Erie, Champlain, Oswego and Cayuga-Seneca canals, linking the Hudson River with the Great Lakes, the Finger Lakes and Lake Champlain. The 200-year-old NYS Canal System extends over 524 miles and plays important roles in New York's economic development, tourism industry and environmental stewardship.

For more information on The New York State Canal Corporation's mission, values and opportunities, please visit