Auto Mechanic Helper

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS The work involves responsibility for performing routine servicing and maintenance of automotive equipment and repairs of small engines. Under the immediate supervision of an Automotive Mechanic or Automotive Mechanic Crew Leader, an employee in this class performs various unskilled, and semi-skilled maintenance and repair of automotive equipment and small engine equipment. This classification differs from that of Automotive Mechanic in that the assigned tasks require a less extensive knowledge of mechanical systems and repair techniques. The employee may assist a more skilled or experienced mechanic in performing more difficult repair work. On routine tasks the employee works with considerable independence but is supervised directly by an Automotive Mechanic or Automotive Mechanic Crew Leader on new or difficult tasks. Maintains and repairs less complex internal combustion engines found on construction equipment propelled by gasoline and/or diesel motors. Under supervision performs, work in the repairing and overhauling of gas driven engines, transmissions, brake and exhaust systems, water pumps, generators, suspension systems, differentials and axles. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES Services automobiles, trucks and other mobile equipment with the proper lubricants; checks and replenishes gasoline, oil and water as needed. Inspects and services batteries; changes oil filters; cleans air filters. Drains and refills crankcases; checks and lubricates transmissions, differentials and rear-axle housings. Repairs flat tires; mounts tires on wheel rims and inflates tires to recommended pressure. Washes and polishes automobile and truck bodies. May inspect vehicle for mechanical defects or assist and Automotive Mechanic in performing more skilled repairs and mechanical maintenance. May perform brake inspections and replace defective parts as needed, with final inspection performed by an Automotive Mechanic. May operate automotive equipment. May, when assigned to a large scale operation, perform all maintenance and repairs such as replace or clean spark plugs, manually adjust or install points, install new condensers and coils, etc. on the following types of equipment: lawn mowers, chain saws, boat engines, motorcycles, gas-driven bug sprayer, cement mixers, water pumps, etc. Maintains a written record of work performed by recording the equipment number, the work that is done the parts that are used and the part numbers. May operate four-wheel drive and similar vehicles to plow snow when required. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Working knowledge of tools and equipment used in motor vehicle maintenance work. Working knowledge of automotive lubricating methods. Skill in use and care of automotive servicing tools and equipment. Ability to determine by inspection of automotive equipment need for grease, oil, water and gasoline. Ability to assist in making minor mechanical repairs on large engine and automotive equipment. Ability to perform all maintenance and repair on small engine equipment. Ability to carry out simple oral and written instructions. Ability to keep simple written records. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. QUALIFICATIONS Required: Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience in automotive repair and maintenance, vehicle tuning, component replacement, and system evaluation. Licensing: Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Preferred / Qualifications Plus: Direct experience servicing and maintaining school buses, medium/heavy-duty trucks, tractors, and municipal equipment. CDL with specific passenger/school bus endorsements (P/S). Knowledge of or experience with NYS Department of Transportation (DOT) school bus safety inspections. Valid NYS Motor Vehicle Inspector's License. SPECIAL NECESSARY REQUIREMENT When required to operate a motor vehicle, possession of a valid New York State Non-CDL or CDL, including any special endorsements, as required for the type of vehicle being operated. Position Start Date:12/15/2026 Application Deadline:11/30/2026 Civil Service Title: Auto Mechanic Helper