Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)

State University of New York at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo is seeking a Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) in the Campus Operations department. You will perform skilled mechanical work for fleet maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline, diesel, and alternative-fuel equipment.

Field work may be required for routine maintenance and repairs. Responsibilities include diagnosing repairs, maintaining engines and hydraulic systems, performing safety inspections, and potentially supervising staff.

Qualifications

• Valid NYS CDL B driver license with Tow Truck/Tanker/Airbrake endorsements.
• Four years of experience as an automotive or diesel mechanic responsible for diagnosing faults and performing repairs across multiple systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and perform major and minor mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Install body and fender work on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain gasoline, alternative fuel, and diesel engines; perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections; conduct NYS Motor Vehicle Inspections when licensed.
• Overhaul components including transmissions, differentials, brakes, and engine systems; test with appropriate equipment.
• Operate test equipment and hand/power tools; work with electronic engine control systems.

Skills

NYS CDL B

Tow Truck Endorsements

Automotive/Diesel experience

Education

Associate’s degree in automotive or diesel repair technology

Job description

Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)

Position Title Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)

Classification Title Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)

TheUniversity at Buffalo is currently seeking a Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment) within the Campus Operations department. In this role, you will be responsible for performing skilled mechanical work within the fleet maintenance shop in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline, diesel-powered, and alternative fuel self-propelled and non-self-propelled motor-driven equipment. May perform routine maintenance and mechanical repairs on disabled vehicles, construction, and other equipment in the field.

In this position, you will be responsible for the following:

• Diagnose and perform major and minor mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment.
• Install body and fender work on self-propelled and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain gasoline, alternative fuel, and diesel engines; perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections of vehicles and equipment. When licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles, may perform NYS Motor Vehicle Inspections.
• Maintain diesel powered equipment and components such as, hydraulic systems, transmissions and differentials, hydraulic and air brakes, automotive electronics, fuel injection systems, turbochargers and starting systems.
• Operate test equipment, hand and power tools, including equipment that assists in the diagnosis and repair of electronic engine control systems.
• Weld, cut, and braze a variety of materials using electric or oxy-acetylene welding equipment.
• May supervise, train, and instruct subordinates.
• Order, receive, and inventories supplies and parts for vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Operate a variety of self-propelled motor vehicles and non-self-propelled vehicles and equipment to test proper operation.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position is defined as safety-sensitive, and as such, is subject pre employment and random alcohol and drug testing under the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Departmental Operating Needs

• New York State DMV Inspector Certification for groups 1 & 2 vehicles.
• Refrigerant recycling and service procedures certification.
• Working knowledge of test equipment including, but not limited to; Fluke automotive meters, OTC scan tool, hydraulic system pressure gauges, engine compression gauges, A/C recycling and charging equipment.
• Ability to overhaul, adjust, and repair gasoline, compressed natural gas, and diesel engines; clutches; transmissions; differentials; ignition, electrical, lighting, fuel, cooling, braking, and complex hydraulic systems; steering, wheel & suspension mechanisms; body & frame components.
• Must be willing to work overtime for snow removal and other seasonal requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid NYS CDL B driver license with Tow Truck/Tanker/Airbrake endorsements.
• Four years of experience as an automotive or diesel mechanic responsible for the diagnosis of faulty vehicle and/or equipment operation and the performance of mechanical repairs covering several aspects of automotive and/or diesel systems.

OR

• An associate’s degree in automotive or diesel repair technology.

Substitution

Education as detailed below may be substituted for a maximum of two years of experience:

• Graduation from a technical or vocational program, such as B.O.C.E.S, in automotive or diesel technology or automotive or diesel repair technology may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Graduation from a one-year post high school certificate program in automotive or diesel repair technology may be substituted for up to two years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Our University Community

Prodig+ No

Executive Position

Executive Position No

Physical Demands

Will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. May transport materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus utilizing provided tools.

Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical tasks, including frequent work in various weather conditions.

Driving Requirements

Driving Requirements Driving is not a required duty for this position. Employees who choose to operate university vehicles for business purposes must be enrolled in the LENS program to verify a valid Class D driver’s license.

Salary Range

Salary Range $52,694

Work Days

Weekdays - Monday - Friday

Work Hours

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Job Type

Full-Time

Campus

As Assigned

Special Instructions Summary

Applicants will be required to provide their driver’s license information and create a Clearinghouse account to enable participation in the License Event Notification Service ( LENS ) and Clearinghouse for Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

The FMCDS Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is a secure online database that will allow the University at Buffalo to request access from applicants to identify drivers who commit drug and alcohol program violations

Additional Information

Is a background check required for this posting? Yes

Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

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Posting Dates

Posted 11/06/2025

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess a valid NYS Class B driver’s license without an air brake restriction?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a tanker endorsement? If you do not have a tanker endorsement, you must be willing to obtain one by the time of employment to be considered for this position.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a tow truck endorsement? If you do not have a tow truck endorsement, you must be willing to obtain one by the time of employment to be considered for this position.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
  • Faculty
  • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
  • Research Foundation Employee
  • State Classified
  • State Professional
  • UB Foundation
  • TA/GA
  • Student
  • No Current Employment Affiliation
• * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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  • CareerWomen.com
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • DiversitySearch.com
  • GoogleJobs.com
  • HERCjobs.org
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • IMDiversity.com
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  • Personal Referral
  • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
  • Other

UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].