Automotive Service Worker

City of New York • Full-time • New York, New York, United States • 1w ago

Job Description

Under direct supervision, the candidate will perform automotive maintenance services such as inspections, oil changes, lubrication, cleaning, tire changing, and simple repairs; battery service, checking, servicing, patching and changing tires; clean, wash and polish vehicles; clean interior of vehicles; dispense gasoline and oil; check the level, and refill automobile fluids such as coolant, oil, transmission and brake fluids;

Candidates will also assist in performing repairs, in shops and on the road. Assist in the replacement of engine parts, drivetrains, transmissions, steering gear and components, ignition, heating and cooling systems, air conditioning components, brake system, lighting system, sirens and back-up warning tone systems, etc.; operate motor vehicles to test repairs; may operate a tow truck when duties require; maintain and update vehicle service and repair records.

Preferred skills
Selection preference will be given to candidates possessing;

1. New York State Class A or B Commercial Driver License ("CDL") Driver License with air brakes and tow endorsement.

2. New York State Certifications:
a. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Light Vehicles, Group 1;
b. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Heavy Vehicles, Group 2;
c. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Motorcycles, Group 3;
d. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Emissions, Group 1

If selected for the position the above mentioned licenses must be maintained for the duration of employment.

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d. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Emissions, Group 1

If selected for the position the above mentioned licenses must be maintained for the duration of employment.

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE WORKER - 92508

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.

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