Auto Mechanic

Automotive Mechanic

General Statement of Duties: Makes skilled repairs and adjustments to automotive and maintenance equipment and machinery; does related work as required.

Distinguishing Features of The Class: This skilled work involves responsibility for the overhaul and repair of a wide variety of automotive and maintenance equipment at times, including heavy-duty equipment such as bulldozers and pay loaders. 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.

Examples of work:

• Makes skilled repairs to gasoline and diesel motor equipment, including trucks, tractors, mowers, bulldozers, wheel loaders, waste/recycling equipment, etc.
• Repairs or replaces motor pumps, fuel pumps, generators, fuel injectors, injection pumps, carburetors, shock absorbers, etc.
• Assists in a variety of tasks in regard to the upkeep, such as cleaning, washing windows and scrubbing floors.
• Repairs or replaces hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, valve bodies, hoses, etc.
• Repairs ignition systems, transmissions, brake systems, clutches, front and rear axles.
• Prepares maintenance equipment for painting by sanding, washing, and applying paint.
• Replaces defective fuses and lightbulbs.
• Makes welding repairs to automotive and maintenance equipment.
• Greases vehicles and equipment, changes oil and filters.
• Helps to clean and maintain tools, machinery, and other mechanical equipment.
• Tunes engine, sets the timing, makes related adjustments.
• Attaches and removes snow plow blades and other auxiliary equipment.
• Assists in removing snow and ice from walks, parking lots, and pathways.
• Works as a motor equipment operator when directed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : 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 maintenance equipment; familiarity with welding techniques, ability to work from manuals, plans and specifications and to follow rough draft sketches and oral instructions; good motor and hand and eye coordination; manual dexterity; good physical condition.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE IN TRAINING : Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma and one year of experience as a skilled automotive repairer; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Eligibility for an appropriate Class New York State Driver’s License at time of application. Possession of License at time of Appointment