The Town of Mamaroneck is seeking an experienced individual to fill the full-time position of Automotive Mechanic.

The Town of Mamaroneck is seeking an experienced individual to fill the full-time position of
Automotive Mechanic.
General Duties: Performs a wide variety of repair, diagnostic, and maintenance work on all types
of automotive equipment. Incumbents will be responsible for carrying out a preventive
maintenance program for the equipment and may be required to operate varied types of automotive
equipment.
Examples of Work: (Illustrative Only)
• Removes and repairs gasoline or diesel (internal) combustion engines, including fitting or
crankshafts, pistons, pins and bearings;
• Removes and adjusts carburetors, distributors;
• Removes and overhauls transmissions, including automatic transmissions and differentials;
• Maintains and repairs fuel, cooling, and exhaust systems;
• Inspects, maintains, and repairs electrical systems, chassis units, and accessories;
• Operates valve-grinder, drill press, lathe, welding and burning equipment, and other
associated tools;
• Repairs or assists in the repairs of snow plows, road rollers, and various miscellaneous
mowers, pumps, etc.
• Performs inspections of automotive equipment as part of a preventative maintenance
program;
• May supervise subordinate employees in the performance of the job;
• May operate automotive equipment including trucks, rollers, graders, front end loaders,
back hoes, etc., as required by the individual municipality or district.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes: Thorough knowledge of the tools,
techniques and terminology associated with the automotive mechanics trade; good knowledge of
the accident and safety precautions of the trade; demonstrated ability to perform difficult repairs of
all types on automotive equipment; ability to readily diagnose mechanical difficulties; ability to
work from oral or written instructions and without instruction from own diagnosis; ability to lay
out, organize and plan the work of others; ability to read, write, speak, understand and
communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position; good
interpersonal skills; initiative; resourcefulness; good judgment; physical strength and agility;
physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.
Minimum Acceptable Training and Experience: Graduation from high school or possession of a
high school equivalency diploma and three (3) years of experience in performing, or assisting in
the performance of maintenance and repair work on automotive and/or heavy motor equipment.
Substitution: An Associate’s Degree* in Auto Mechanics, Automotive Technology or a related
field or possession of a certificate from a post secondary vocational school in Auto Mechanics,
Automotive Technology or a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of work experience
described above.
Special Requirement: At time of appointment, possession of a valid license, appropriate for the
vehicle to be operated and issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.
Note: Unless otherwise noted, only experience gained after attaining the minimum education level
indicated in the minimum qualifications will be considered in evaluating experience.
*Special Note: Education beyond the secondary level must be from an institution recognized or
accredited by the Board of Regents of the New York State Department of Education as a postsecondary, degree-granting institution.
Compensation and Benefits: The starting annual compensation for the Automotive Mechanic is
$70,063 depending on qualifications and experience. The benefits package includes medical,
dental and vision coverage for individual or family, paid vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
The Town participates in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan and the New York
State & Local Retirement System. Additional information about the retirement system can be
found at http://www.osc.state.ny.us/retirement.
If interested in being considered for the position, please fax, mail or email your cover letter and
resume by February 28, 2025 to:
Marc Romero
Assistant to the Town Administrator
Town of Mamaroneck
740 W. Boston Post Road
Mamaroneck, New York 10543
(914) 381-7810
(914) 381-7809 (fax)
mromero@townofmamaroneckny.gov
The Town of Mamaroneck is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Prohibits Discrimination & Harassment