About this opportunity
Cayuga County New York lists this Auto Mechanic (HELP Program) opportunity in auburn, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Automotive Equipment Repair Technician
Makes skilled repairs and adjustments to automotive equipment and machinery; does related work as required. This is skilled work involving responsibility for the overhaul and repair of a variety of automotive equipment. The work requires a thorough knowledge of the trade. General instructions are received regarding tasks to be performed, but considerable leeway is permitted in planning the details of each assignment. Supervision may be exercised over the work of Automotive Mechanic Helpers or other assistants.
Thorough knowledge of standard automotive repair methods and of the terminology and tools of the trade.
Demonstrated ability to make difficult repairs to heavy automotive and other mechanical equipment.
Familiarity with welding techniques.
Ability to lead in and supervise the work of others.
Ability to work from plans and specifications and to follow rough draft sketches and oral instructions.
Good motor, hand, and eye coordination.
Manual dexterity.
Good physical condition.
Makes skilled repairs to gasoline and diesel motor equipment, including trucks, tractors, and buses.
Repairs or replaces motors, pumps, fuel pumps, generators, carburetors, and shock absorbers.
Repairs ignition systems, transmissions, brake systems, clutches, and front and rear axles.
Adjusts connecting rods and bearings.
Leads in, assigns, and checks minor repairs and maintenance performed by helpers.
Adjusts steering mechanisms and aligns wheels.
Makes minor welding repairs to automotive equipment.
Tunes engine and sets the timing.
Requisitions a variety of repair parts, tools, and supplies.
Attaches and removes snowplow blades and other auxiliary equipment.
May perform other minor or related maintenance activities as needed, such as oil changes, tire checks and repairs, etc.
In school districts, may operate a school bus on assigned route.
Maintains a variety of records such as work orders, equipment serviced, or other reports as requested by supervisor.
May operate motor vehicle equipment in down time or as assigned.
Worksite address
auburn, NY, 13022, US
Who can apply
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