***IMPORTANT NOTE: Only those currently serving as a permanent Supv. of Mechanics (Mech. Equip.) or have filed for Exam 2545 will be considered.***

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

The Bureau of Wastewater Treatment (BWT) is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all facilities related to the treatment of sewage within the five boroughs of the City. This includes 14 wastewater treatment plants, sludge dewatering facilities, collections facilities (pumping stations, combined sewer overflow retention facilities, regulators, tide gates, etc.), wastewater laboratories and harbor vessels.

As a Supervisor of Mechanics (ME) Level 1, the selected candidate will supervise, direct and be responsible for the work of assigned personnel in connection with the repair, overhaul, installation and maintenance of various types of mechanical equipment, daily operation of machine shops, maintenance and safeguard of parts and material, keeping records, write reports and operate motor vehicles to perform assigned duties.

Job Tasks/Duties:
1. Determining causes of mechanical breakdowns and performing repairs of diesel, dual fuel, straight gas and gas turbine type engines.
2. Determine method of repair of mechanical breakdowns of diesel, dual fuel, straight gas and gas turbine type engines.
3. Determining causes of mechanical breakdowns and performing repairs on major units such as air and gas compressors, main sewage pumps, process air blowers and various other plant equipment.
4. Determine method of repair of mechanical breakdowns in air and gas compressors, main sewage pumps, process air blowers and other plant equipment.
5. Coordinating the maintenance and operation of power generating diesel, dual fuel, straight gas and gas turbine type engines.
6. In the performance of repair work, supervises the removal of equipment and equipment parts by rigging.
7. Complies data and maintains preventive and corrective maintenance systems for Pollution Control Plants under supervisors particular are of responsibility.
8. Evaluates subordinates performance.

Qualification Requirements

1. Seven years of full-time satisfactory experience as an Auto Machinist, Auto
Mechanic, Auto Mechanic (Diesel), Electrician (Automobile) or Machinist, two
years of which must have been at a supervisory level; or

2. At least five years of experience as described in "1" above, plus sufficient training of a relevant nature acquired in an approved trade, technical or vocational high school, or relevant education in an accredited college, to make up the equivalent of the remaining required experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of approved trade or vocational high school. One year of acceptable experience will be credited for each 30 semester credits in college. However, all candidates must have the two years of supervisory experience described in "1" above.

License Requirements

Possession of a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. For appointment to certain positions a Class B Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York with no restrictions may be required. The Class B Commercial Driver License with no restrictions must be maintained for the duration of employment.

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.