Auto Mechanic (Diesel)

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Pension plan

Job summary

City of New York’s Fleet Services Division seeks an Auto Mechanic (Diesel) to overhaul and repair diesel engines for NYPD and contracted vehicles. The role demands deep diesel repair expertise and adherence to NY CDL requirements.

The position supports the NYPD mission by maintaining a fleet critical to public safety. Candidates must have five years of full-time experience in diesel engine repair or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience as auto mechanic specializing in diesel engine repair.
• Alternative pathway: 2.5 years plus relevant education to total five years.
• New York State Class B CDL or equivalent license required at appointment; Learner's Permit must obtain CDL within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul/repair diesel engines and components in diesel-powered vehicles.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Automotive maintenance

Tools

CDL

Job description

• Job Category: Building Operations & Maintenance
• Salary Band: $300+
• Compensation: USD 346.56 - USD 403.44

Job Description

**CANDIDATES MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OF 'AUTO MECHANIC (DIESEL)' TO BE CONSIDERED**
The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe and fair city by incorporating Neighborhood Policing into all facets of Department operations, and solve the problems that create crime and disorder through an interdependent relationship between the people and its police, and by pioneering strategic innovation.
Fleet Services Division is responsible for the upkeep and/or repair of all NYPD vehicles and vehicles from other contracted agencies.
The selected candidate would be responsible for the overhaul/repair of diesel engines and components associated with diesel-powered vehicles.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.
AUTO MECHANIC (DIESEL) - 92511

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements:
1. Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as an auto mechanic specializing in automotive diesel engine repair work; or
2. Not less than two and one-half years of full-time satisfactory experience as an auto mechanic specializing in automotive diesel engine repair work plus sufficient helper or apprentice experience or relevant education acquired in a college, university, technical school, trade school or vocational high school to make up the equivalent of five years of acceptable experience.
Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of helper or apprentice experience or relevant education. Less than a full year of helper or apprentice experience , or relevant education will receive prorated credit.
3. License Requirements:
At the time of appointment candidates must possess a New York State Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York and a Learner's Permit for a Class B Commercial Driver License. Appointees hired with a Learner's Permit must obtain the Class B CDL within six months of appointment. The CDL, with no restrictions must be maintained for the duration of employment.
At the time of appointment, certain agencies may require appointees to possess one or more of the following New York State Certifications:
1. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Light Vehicles, Group 1;
2. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Heavy Vehicles, Group 2;
3. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Motorcycles, Group 3;
4. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Light Vehicles Group 1 and
As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Emissions, Group D.
5. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Heavy Vehicles Group 2, and
As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Emissions, Group D
6. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Light Vehicles, Group 1, and
As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Emissions, Group D
7. As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Light Vehicles, Group I, and
As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Heavy Vehicles, Group 2, and
As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Motorcycles, Group 3, and
As a Motor Vehicle Inspector certified in Emissions, Group D.

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.