Automotive Mechanic I

South Colonie Central School District; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Colonie Central School District is seeking an Automotive Mechanic I for the Transportation Department. This full-time role involves the responsibility of overhauling and repairing various automotive equipment, requiring a valid New York State Driver’s License and a year of relevant experience. A competitive salary of $51,171 is offered for this position, with additional benefits as outlined in the CSEA Contract.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a skilled automotive repairperson.
• Thorough knowledge of standard automotive repair methods.
• Working knowledge of welding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Complete overhaul and repair of automotive equipment.
• Utilize welding techniques as required.
• Follow plans and specifications for repairs.

Skills

Automotive repair methods

Welding techniques

Manual dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Automotive Mechanic I

REPORTING TO: Transportation Director

HOURS:Full-time, 8.0 hours per day, 12 months per year

CURRENT LOCATION: Transportation Department, 2 Winston Place, Albany, NY 12205

START DATE: August 2025

SALARY & BENEFITS: Schedule M per CSEA Contract ($51,171.00 starting salary (2025-2026 school year rate)).

RESPONSIBILITIES:This is skilled work involving responsibility for the complete overhaul and repair of a variety of automotive equipment and related types of machinery.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

One (1) year of experience as a skilled automotive repairperson.

• Thorough knowledge of standard automotive repair methods and of the terminology and tools of difficult repairs to heavy automotive and other mechanical equipment which may include diesel equipment;

• Working knowledge of welding techniques;

• Skill in motor function and dexterity;

• Ability to work from plans and specifications and to follow rough draft sketches and oral instructions;

• Hand-eye coordination;

• Manual dexterity.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s License at the time of appointment and throughout employment.