What are the responsibilities and job description for the Oiler position at New York City Department of Transportation?
Assigned to the Dockbuilding Unit, reporting to the Supervisor Dockbuilder. Under direct supervision is responsible for the lubrication of power plant, pumping and/or construction equipment; performs related work..
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL TASKS:
Lubricates and cleans pumps, engines, blowers, compressors, motors, gears, ejectors and other operating equipment. Assists in the operation, maintenance and repair of this equipment. Reads meters, gauges and other operating equipment. Keeps logs. Operates lubricant filtering and purifying equipment; maintains lubricant inventory. May operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
MEDICAL/DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENTS: Medical guidelines established by the U.S. Coast Guard apply to the position of Marine Oiler. Candidates will therefore be required to undergo a medical examination prior to appointment and thereafter, pursuant to Coast Guard regulations. Candidates must also pass a drug screening to be appointed. Marine Oilers are subject to random drug and alcohol testing during their employment.
TWIC REQUIREMENT: At the time of appointment, candidates must possess a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) issued by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA). A valid TWIC must be maintained for the duration of employment.
NOTE:
Class B Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York is required within 90 days of appointment.
OILER - 91628
Minimum Qualifications
1. Three years of full-time satisfactory experience in the lubrication, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment; or
2. One and one-half years of experience as described in "1" above plus graduation from an approved trade, technical, or vocational high school or completion of an approved internship program; or
3. One year of experience as described in "1" above plus an associate degree from an accredited school in mechanical technology.
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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.