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Heavy Mechanic II

City of Rochester, New York

Rochester, NYFull-time$54–70K/yrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$54–70K/yr
Location
Rochester, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

New York State Class D Driver’s License

Job overview

City of Rochester, New York is hiring a Heavy Mechanic II. This entry-level Heavy Mechanic II position involves performing basic repairs and preventive maintenance on heavy-duty trucks and equipment. The role requires some mechanic experience or education, with additional on-the-job training provided to achieve proficiency for promotion to Heavy Mechanic I. Responsibilities include lubrication, service, tune-ups, tire repair, and basic repairs to various systems and engines.

Key focus areas include Perform preventative maintenance on heavy-duty trucks and equipment, Lubricate, service, and tune-up diesel and gasoline engines, and Repair or replace tires as needed.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, 2+ Years Mechanic Experience, and New York State Class D Driver License. Important skills include Tire Repair And Replacement, Steering Assembly Repair, Cooling System Repair, Hydraulic System Repair, Diesel Engine Repair, and Gasoline Engine Repair. Preferred (not required): Preventative Maintenance, Lubrication, Service And Tune-Up Of Diesel And Gasoline Engines, and New York State Authorized Inspections.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Preventative MaintenanceLubricationService and Tune-Up of Diesel and Gasoline EnginesTire Repair and ReplacementSteering Assembly RepairCooling System RepairHydraulic System RepairDiesel Engine RepairGasoline Engine RepairNew York State Authorized InspectionsMinor WeldingElectric Arc WeldingMinor Electrical Repairs

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent2 Years Full-Time Paid Mechanic Experience on Medium or Heavy-Duty Motor EquipmentAssociate’s Degree in Automotive or Diesel Mechanics or Closely Related Field Plus 1 Year Paid Mechanic ExperienceNew York State Class D Driver’s LicenseOwn Proper Selection of Tools for Heavy-Duty Vehicles

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

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Heavy Mechanic II

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Heavy Mechanic II

Salary

$54,008.00 - $69,980.00 Annually

Location

Rochester, NY

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26DM328ESA23

Department

Department of Environmental Services

Bureau

Equipment Services

Opening Date

03/20/2026

  • Description

  • Benefits

General Description

This is an entry-level mechanic position involving responsibility for completing basic repairs and preventive maintenance to heavy duty trucks and equipment. Employees hired into this position will have some mechanic experience or education but require additional experience and on-the-job training in heavy equipment repairs in order to become proficient enough to be promoted to Heavy Mechanic I.

CITY RESIDENCY PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

Typical Work Activities

  • Performs preventative maintenance on heavy-duty trucks and equipment, including but not limited to, lubrication, service and tune-up of diesel and gasoline engines;

  • Repair or replaces tires as needed;

  • Performs basic repairs to steering assemblies, cooling and hydraulic systems on heavy-duty trucks and other heavy equipment;

  • Performs basic repairs to diesel and gasoline engineers;

  • Performs New York State authorized inspections on heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment;

  • Performs minor welding as needed, including electric arc welding;

  • Repairs gasoline engines in compressors and light-duty equipment;

  • Performs minor electrical repairs to heavy-duty equipment;

  • Assists higher level heavy equipment mechanic personnel in more complex repairs to all types of heavy equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or Equivalent, PLUS:

  • Two (2) years of full-time paid experience as a mechanic performing repairs to medium, or heavy-duty motor equipment; (This includes vehicles with a minimum GVWR of 18,000 lbs. or more and contain systems or components such as diesel engines, air brakes, hydraulic equipment or other major components found on medium and heavy duty vehicles). OR

  • Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Automotive or Diesel Mechanics or closely related field, PLUS one (1) year experience in a paid mechanic position.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Possession of a New York State Class D driver’s license at time of appointment.

  • Possession of a New York State Class B Commercial Driver’s License, without air brake restriction, within ninety (90) days after the time of appointment. This licensure must be maintained throughout employment in this job.

  • Possession of a valid New York State Inspector’s License within ninety (90) days after the time of appointment;

  • Must own proper selection of tools necessary to make repairs to heavy-duty vehicles at the time of appointment, i.e., 1/4 to 1/2 inch standard and metric socket sets up to 1 1/2 inches/33mm, open-end wrenches up to 2 inches, metric tools, air impact tools 3/8 - 1/2 and 3/4 inch drives, tool box, etc.

For full-time employees:

The City of Rochester offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

For less-than full-time employees:

The City of Rochester offers numerous growth opportunities to include the potential to transition into full-time, permanent employment.

Employer

City of Rochester (NY)

Address

30 Church Street Room 103A Rochester, New York, 14614

Phone

585-428-7115

Website

http://www.cityofrochester.gov

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