Construction Equipment Mechanic II

This is a permanent non-competitive position in the Dutchess County Department of Public Works Highway Division. This is a highly skilled position responsible for performing journey level equipment mechanic work. The incumbent, independently or with others, repairs, maintains or modifies highway construction and maintenance equipment, in accordance with accepted trade and safety practices. The position differs from Construction Equipment Mechanic I in that a greater degree of skill and specific knowledge of construction equipment is needed.

The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level employee, with some leeway allowed in the planning and performance of the details of activities. Some supervision or guidance may be exercised over lower level mechanics or their helpers. To view a complete list of job duties, .

Three (3) years of full-time skilled mechanical work experience which primarily involved the repair of construction or heavy equipment.

1) Acceptable work experience must be of a full performance nature and not limited in range as to type of repair performed.

2) Post high school education in the field of heavy equipment mechanics or a closely related area may be substituted for the above work experience on a month-for-month basis up to a maximum of two (2) years.

1. Candidates must possess a valid New York State driver’s license at the time of application and must maintain the license throughout employment in this position. Candidates must obtain a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver’s License with a tanker endorsement by the completion of the probationary period and must maintain the license and endorsement to maintain position. These licenses may not contain any restrictions other than those related to an individual’s physical condition.

Any such restriction will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine its compatibility with the duties of the position and will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment.

2. Candidates must obtain a valid New York State Motor Vehicle Inspector Certificate by the completion of the probationary period and must maintain the certificate throughout employment in this position.

FINGERPRINTING: A fingerprint supported background investigation is required before an appointment is made to some positions. Pursuant to New York State Executive Law, the Division of Criminal Justice Services requires that a fee accompany each such request for a search. It is due once a job offer is made and accepted by the applicant.

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Applicant for positions that require driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) at any time will be required to undergo controlled substances and at our discretion, alcohol testing prior to employment and will be subject to further testing throughout their period of employment. Applicants will also be asked to sign forms for release of information from previous employers through the DOT Clearinghouse.

Failure to provide authorization will result in the withdrawal of an offer of employment.

Dutchess County offers a diverse working environment and generous benefits package including 13 paid holidays, paid time off, comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, and NYS Retirement.

An EEO/AA Employer