Auto Mechanic
Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES
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Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES is hiring an Auto Mechanic. The Auto Mechanic performs a wide variety of skilled maintenance and repair tasks on all types of automotive equipment, including diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, or electronic malfunctions. This role involves working from oral instructions or written work orders, with more complex assignments requiring independent diagnosis. The position also includes bus driving duties.
Key focus areas include Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical or electronic malfunctions of motorized equipment, Remove and repair gasoline or diesel internal combustion engines, and Remove and adjust carburetors, distributors, etc.
Successful candidates bring CDL With Passenger Endorsement and CDL With School Bus Endorsement. Important skills include Diagnose Mechanical Difficulties, Repair Automotive Equipment, Troubleshoot Mechanical Malfunctions, Troubleshoot Electrical Malfunctions, Troubleshoot Electronic Malfunctions, and Remove And Repair Gasoline Engines.
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Auto Mechanic
Holland CSD
103 Canada Street
Holland , NY 14080
Classified - Position - Bus Mechanic - non - competitive
Job Number 3300055944
Start Date
Open Date 07/07/2026
Closing Date 09/01/2026
Salary: starting at $35.00/hour (increases with experience).
Position will also include bus driving duties. CDL requirements: Passenger and School Bus endorsements (training will be provided as needed).
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing a wide variety of skilled maintenance and repair tasks on all types of automotive equipment. Work assignments are initiated by oral instructions or written work orders. The more complex assignments require diagnosis of mechanical difficulties by the incumbent.
Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher ranking employee. Supervision may be exercised over a small number of assistants. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical, electrical or electronic malfunctions of motorized equipment; Removes and repairs gasoline or diesel internal combustion engines, including the fitting of crank shafts, pistons, pins and bearings; Removes and adjusts carburetors, distributors, etc; Removes and overhauls transmissions and differentials; Maintains and repairs fuel, cooling and exhaust systems; Inspects, maintains and repairs electrical systems, electronic components, chassis units and accessories; Pre-inspects vehicles for New York State motor vehicle inspections; Operates valve-grinder, drill press, lathe, welding and burning equipment, and other related tools; Refers to and uses repair manuals and related literature to accomplish needed repair work; Repairs or assists in the repair of snow plows, road rollers, mowers, pumps, or any sewerage operational equipment; Assists with emergency snow removal; Operates motorized equipment; Complies with various Occupational Safety & Health Administration laws and regulations, including reading and understanding Material Safety Data Sheets relating to hazardous materials and other substances; Performs manual laboring tasks connected with highway construction and maintenance, or sewage operation and maintenance; Maintains related automotive records and prepares simple reports.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of the tools, techniques and terminology associated with the automotive mechanics trade; Good knowledge of accident and safety precautions of the trade; Ability to perform difficult repairs of all types of automotive equipment; Ability to diagnose mechanical difficulties readily; Ability to work from oral and written instructions, and without instruction from own diagnosis; Ability to learn and update skills on new advances in the trade; Ability to read, write and understand the English language; Ability to supervise and instruct helpers in simple repair or maintenance work; Ability to get along well with others; Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Salary: From 35.00
Salary Competitive Y
Appointment Status Probationary
Position Status Full time
Start Date ASAP
Contact Person's Name Jay Peplin
Contact Person's Phone 716-537-8261
Contact Person's Email [email protected]
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