*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT YEAR-ROUND PARKS EMPLOYEES*

The core programs of NYC Parks' Fleet division include vehicle acquisitions and maintenance and fuel. Our mission is to maintain one of the most efficient Fleets in the country with a focus on customer service, safety, sustainability and to advance our programs through innovative Fleet management strategies and new technologies.

Major Responsibilities
- Under varying levels of supervision and degrees of difficulty, assist in and perform automotive maintenance services, inspection and repair work.
- Dispense gasoline and oil. Check the level and refill automotive fluids such as coolant, oil, transmission and brake fluids.
- Assist in performing tune-ups and repairs, in shops and on the road, and in replacement of engine parts, drive-trains, transmissions, steering gear and components, ignitions, heating and cooling systems, sirens and back-up warning tone systems.
- Operate motor vehicles to test repairs.
- Perform automotive maintenance services such as: preventive maintenance; inspection; battery service; checking, servicing, and lubrication and oil change.
- Maintain and update vehicle service and repair records.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 618210.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 618210 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: Randall’s Island, Manhattan

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request. *Posting period extended to 02/09/2024. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

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.

1. Excellent communication and organizational skills. 2. Ability to work rotating shifts, nights and weekends as needed.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.