- Perform automotive and horticultural-equipment maintenance services such as preventive maintenance; inspection; battery service; light bulb and assembly replacement; checking, servicing, patching and changing tires; lubrication and oil change, etc.; and assisting in performing automotive repairs.
- Clean, wash, and polish vehicles; clean interiors of vehicles.
- Dispense gasoline and oil. Check the level, and refills automobile fluids such as coolant, oil, transmission and brake fluids, etc.
- Assist in performing tune ups and repairs, in shops and in-the-field; and in replacement of engine parts, drive trains, transmissions, steering gear and components, ignitions, heating and cooling systems, air conditioning components, brake systems, lighting systems, sirens, back-up warning tone systems, and install, replace and service on-board GPS system hardware.
- Operate motor vehicles as needed, and test repairs. Operates a tow truck, when required. Transport vehicles to and from vendors, shops and developments throughout all 5 Boroughs of NYC
- Mount and dismount tires, inspect tires and tubes and make needed repairs.
- Under supervision, may dismantle vehicles.
- Distribute parts and supplies.
- Using a checklist, maintains vehicle equipment inventory.
- May train automotive service workers assigned to a shop or garage; prepare work schedules and maintain daily logs and reports.
- Keeps production records and an inventory of supplies and materials used.
- Maintain and updates vehicle service and repair records.
- Perform duties as assigned.
NOTE: Due to the existence of a civil service list, candidates must have civil service status in the title of Automotive Service Worker to be considered.
NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, click on the link below:
https://bit.ly/55aProgram
Additional Information:
1. INTERAGENCY TRANSFERS INTO NYCHA OF THOSE PERMANENT IN TITLE ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE FACE OF AN ACTIVE AND VIABLE NYCHA PROMOTION LIST OR PREFERRED LIST FOR THE SAME TITLE.
2. For NYCHA employees: employees applying for transfer opportunity must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
3. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.
NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees Retirement System (NYCERS).
Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE WORKER - 92508
City of New York
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