Auto Service Worker - City of New York : Job Details

Job Description

1. Perform automotive maintenance services such as: preventive maintenance; inspection; battery service; light bulb and assembly replacement; checking, servicing, patching and changing

tires; lubrication and oil change, etc.; and assists in performing automotive repairs.

2. Clean, wash, and polish vehicles; clean interiors of vehicles.

3. Dispense gasoline and oil. Checks the level, and refills automobile fluids such as coolant, oil, transmission and brake fluids, etc.

4. Assist in performing tune ups and repairs, in shops and in-the-field; and in replacement of engine parts, drive trains, transmissions, steering gear and components, ignitions, heating and

cooling systems, air conditioning components, brake systems, lighting systems, sirens, back-up warning tone systems, and install, replace and service on-board GPS system hardware.

5. Operate motor vehicles as needed, and to test repairs. Operates a tow truck, when required. Transports vehicles to and from vendors, shops and developments throughout all 5 Boroughs of

NYC.

6. Mount and dismount tires, inspect tires and tubes and make needed repairs.

7. Under supervision, may dismantle vehicles.

8. Using a checklist, maintains a vehicle equipment inventory.

9. Train and supervise newly assigned automotive service workers assigned to a shop or garage; prepare work schedules and maintain daily logs and reports.

10. Keep production records and an inventory of supplies and materials used.

11. Maintain and update vehicle service and repair records.

Additional Information

1. NYCHA employees applying for promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).

2. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: IF THIS APPOINTMENT IS MADE ON A PROVISIONAL BASIS PURSUANT TO 65 OF THE NYS CIVIL SERVICE LAW, NO TENURE OR PERMANENCE ACCRUES TO AN INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION BY VIRTUE OF SUCH APPOINTMENT.

NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the link below:

Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the qualification requirements before applying to this position.

Qualifications

For Level I Assignments

1. Two years of full-time satisfactory experience, performing automotive maintenance services, such as inspection, lubrication and oil changing acquired in a garage or gasoline service station; or

2. Graduation from an approved trade high school, vocational high school or technical school with a course of study in automotive maintenance and repair; or

3. An Associate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in automotive technology; or

4. A satisfactory combination of education and experience which is equivalent to paragraphs 1, 2, or 3 above. Six months of experience will be credited for satisfactory completion of each year of approved trade school, vocational high school, technical school, college or university education.

License Requirements

At the time of appointment, all candidates must possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

For certain positions, a New York State Class A Commercial Driver License (with Towing Endorsement) or a New York State Class B Commercial Driver License (with Air Brakes) is required. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Note: Candidates may qualify with a Commercial Driver License Learner's Permit and must obtain the required license within 180 days of appointment.

For Level II Assignments

1. Two years of full-time satisfactory experience, performing automotive maintenance services, such as inspection, lubrication and oil changing acquired in a garage or gasoline service station; or

2. Graduation from an approved trade high school, vocational high school or technical school with a course of study in automotive maintenance and repair; or

3. An Associate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in automotive technology; or

4. A satisfactory combination of education and experience which is equivalent to paragraphs 1, 2, or 3 above. Six months of experience will be credited for satisfactory completion of each year of approved trade school, vocational high school, technical school, college or university education.

5. One year of service as an Automotive Service Worker - Assignment Level I; or

6. One additional year of full-time automotive mechanical experience in an automotive repair shop or gasoline service station.

License Requirements

At the time of appointment, all candidates must possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

For certain positions, a New York State Class A Commercial Driver License (with Towing Endorsement) or a New York State Class B Commercial Driver License (with Air Brakes) is required. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Note: Candidates may qualify with a Commercial Driver License Learner's Permit and must obtain the required license within 180 days of appointment.

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.