Automotive Mechanic (Diesel) (16 hrs/wk)
04 September 2026
The Putnam County Department of Public Works is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Automotive Mechanic.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: This is skilled work involving responsibility for the complete overhaul and repair of a wide variety of automotive equipment including heavy duty equipment such as bulldozers and graders. General instructions are received regarding tasks to be performed permitting considerable leeway in planning the details of each assignment. Performs related work as required.
SOME TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
- Performs skilled operations in repairing and overhauling gasoline and diesel motor equipment including trucks, buses, tractors, graders, bulldozers and power shovels, and a variety of specialty equipment including engines, brakes, transmissions, springs, rear-end and front loaders, hydraulics, fuel systems, air systems and air leaks;
- Repairs or replaces water pumps, fuel pumps, generators, carburetors and shock absorbers;
- Assembles and times engines;
- Mounts and detaches snow plow blades and other auxiliary equipment;
- Repairs or overhauls ignition systems, transmissions, brake systems, clutches and axles;
- Adjusts connecting rods and bearings;
- Straightens frames and fenders;
- Adjusts steering mechanisms and aligns wheels;
- Repairs and maintains auxiliary equipment on trucks, graders and rollers;
- Uses specialized hand and power tools to make and complete repairs including welding and fabrication tools and materials;
- Operates electric and/or acetylene welding and cutting equipment;
- May be assigned to back up Lead or Head Automotive Mechanic;
- Performs a variety of related activities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Two (2) years of experience as a skilled automotive mechanic.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
At least two (2) years of experience in repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive, hydraulic, diesel and gas engines and heavy-duty equipment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Appointee must provide and maintain personal tools necessary to perform daily automotive repairs.
- Possession of a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) valid in the State of New York, with endorsements appropriate to the type of motor equipment being operated, and acceptable driving record, are required at time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
NOTE: Candidates for appointment are required to participate in and pass a pre-duty drug screening.
NOTE: Candidates for appointment must consent to the running of a full query of the FMCSA Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 16 hours/week
PAY: $25-$30 per hour, dependent on experience
APPLICATION: www.putnamcountyny.com/personnel
Applications and resumes may be submitted to the Putnam County Personnel Department by mail or email:
Putnam County Personnel Department
110 Old Route 6, Bldg 3
Carmel NY, 10512
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