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Town of Webster Diesel Mechanic in Webster, New York
Order#: NY1511068 Diesel Mechanic
Full job description Automotive Mechanic - Diesel Preferred This is a skilled mechanic position responsible for completing basic repairs to motor vehicles and equipment. As distinct from the higher-level position, Senior Automotive Mechanic, employees are initially restricted to minor overhauls not involving complete disassembly and assembly of the unit, with immediate exposure as an assistant to basic diesel engine concepts, vacuum and air brake concepts, and major hydraulic repair concepts. Employees may work under unpleasant working conditions, including extremes of heat, cold, fumes and odors, wet, damp and cramped working areas. Work is performed independently or with a repair team under limited supervision. The employee reports directly to and works under the general supervision of a Senior Automotive Mechanic or other higher-level staff member for non-routine, difficult, or costly repair work. Lead supervision may be exercised over Laborers or other staff assigned to assist with workload. Does related work as required
Preferred Qualifications: Three (3) years experience as a diesel mechanic
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:
(A) Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Automotive Mechanics, Automotive Technology, Apprentice Training-Automotive, Automotive and Diesel Technology, Automotive/Diesel and Industrial Technology, or a closely related field; OR,
(B) Possession of a Certificate from a technical institute, or college in one of the fields in (A) above; OR,
(C) Two (2) years paid experience as a journeyman-level* automotive mechanic; OR,
(D) Five (5) years paid equivalent experience as an automotive mechanic or heavy equipment mechanic under the supervision of a journeyman-level mechanic; OR,
(E) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of above. Where education is below the minimum specified, additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
*Journeyman-level experience refers to skilled mechanical work involving maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of all vehicle systems: brakes, suspension, cooling, exhaust, electrical, transmission, and engine.
Special Requirements:
Possession of a valid New York State Class B commercial driver license at the time of appointment. Background Checking: Applicants will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation, physical, driver license check and drug testing. Must be at least 18 years of age Must have a clean drivers license Requires ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in all weather conditions.