Service & Repair Assistant (Motor Equipment)

Service & Repair Assistant (Motor Equipment)

SUNY Brockport

Salary: $42,641.00 Annually

Location: SUNY Brockport

Job Type: Classified Full-Time

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Division: Administration and Finance

Department: Facilities Automotive

Opening Date: 10/27/2025

Closing: 11/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint "Village on the Erie Canal," SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo - the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

SUMMARY

A Service and Repair Assistant (Motor Vehicle) performs semiskilled motor equipment and mechanical maintenance and repair work, typically in an automotive repair shop. Performs the more routine repetitive tasks in the repair, maintenance, and servicing of automotive and mechanical equipment. Incumbents in learning and perfecting their craft skills may perform journey level activities under supervision or after receiving detailed instructions. May also supervise a small crew of relatively unskilled workers (O.J.T., students).

JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Job Functions:

Motor Equipment Maintenance:

• Performs routine tasks in the repair, maintenance, and servicing of automotive and mechanical equipment, such as service/adjust hydraulic brakes, replace wheel bearings, and the removal and replacement of such components as starters, fuel and water pumps, gas tanks, carburetors, exhaust systems components, shock absorbers, springs, and radiators.
• Performs minor engine repairs as well as tune-ups including the installation of points, plugs, condensers, and sets dwell and timing according to manufacturer's specifications.
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections of vehicles following established schedules to insure safe and trouble-free performance.
• May operate tow truck and other types of vehicles.
• Follows specific instructions, incumbent may assist journey level positions in making major mechanical repairs i.e., disassemble/reassemble engines or mechanical equipment, cleaning parts, inspecting for wear, grinding valves/valve seats according to specifications.
• Follows operator's manuals/specific instructions, makes repairs and performs routine service and preventative maintenance on a variety of mechanical equipment. Cleans or replaces defective parts, and checks and fills hydraulic units.
• May perform welding using electric or oxy-acetylene welding equipment not requiring complex planning/layout or using special procedures.

Analysis/Diagnostics:

• Keeps written records of work performed and account for labor and materials when required.
• Maintains records relating to any certificates/licenses that are associated with this position.
• May be required to inspect vehicles and trailers, on request of their supervisor and when they have received their NYS Safety Inspection License.
  Works in conjunction with the Ground's Equipment Grade 9, to Evaluate Grounds equipment that needs to be repaired. This would include prioritizing and discussing plans for the repairs.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

Non-competitive: two years of experience in mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson or completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of the methods, material, tools, and equipment used for making a variety of mechanical repairs on automotive and other driven equipment.
• Working knowledge of the operation of automotive equipment and other motor driven equipment.
• Ability to use the tools, equipment, and materials of the mechanical trade.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read plans and specifications.
• Working knowledge of the practices and techniques of welding using either electric or oxy-acetylene welding equipment not requiring complex planning or use of special procedures.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

• Ability to supervise others.

• Two years of experience in mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson or completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course

• NYS Certified Inspector's License (light and heavy duty).
• Demonstrated ability to access and use computer-based vehicle and equipment programs, maintenance management software, automotive scanners/test equipment.

Operating Needs:

• Tow truck endorsement - within six months of hire.
• Forklift operator's certification - within six months of hire.
• NYS Certified Inspector's License (light and heavy duty) - within six months of hire.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy labor, and overhead tasks requiring the use of vehicle lifts.
• Must be willing to attend training, such as night courses, or weeklong training requiring travel.
• Good interpersonal skills, the ability to work with others/team-customer service attitude.
• Perform routine and emergency tasks involving scheduled/unscheduled overtime.
• Able to work in inclement weather conditions, including being on campus during major snow removal.
• Be physically flexible to access vehicles/equipment to perform repairs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Schedule:

40 hours/week: Monday - Friday 7:00am-3:30pm.

Benefits:

This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at .

Application Instructions:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Respond to the canvass letter (if applicable). Submit your application, cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references via our Employment Opportunities website at by November 11,

Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.

Background Investigation Statement:

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:

Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:

SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement:

SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations:

SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.

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