Automotive Mechanic - The work involves responsibility for the skilled maintenance and repair of a wide variety of motor equipment and other public works equipment. This class is distinguished from Automotive Mechanic Helper by the ability to perform repairs at the journey-level. The work is performed under the general direction of a higher level employee with leeway allowed for planning the details of each assignment. May lead the work of Automotive Mechanic Helpers. Does related work as required. <P> TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: <LI> Performs skilled operations in the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of gasoline and/or diesel powered motor equipment including Trucks, lawn mowers, snow plowing equipment and buses; <LI> Grinds valves and fits new bearings, pistons and rings; <LI> Installs connecting rods and bearings; <LI> Repairs and/or overhauls brake systems, front and rear axles, differentials and transmissions; Conducts electrical diagnosis and repair of suspension systems, steering systems, hydraulic systems and electrical systems; Operates machine shop equipment such as lathes, grinders, electronic test equipment, etc. <LI> May perform motor vehicle inspections. <P> FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: <LI> Good knowledge of standard automotive repair methods, terminology and tools of the trade; <LI> Working knowledge of the machinist trade; <LI> Skill in the use and care of automotive and public works equipment servicing tools and equipment; <LI> Ability to make difficult repairs to automotive and other mechanical equipment; <LI> Ability to work from plans, specifications, and rough sketches and oral instructions; <LI> Ability to lay out work; <LI> Ability to lift heavy objects; <LI> Ability to perform activities involving considerable strenuous effort; <LI> Ability to adhere to safety precautions when using potentially harmful equipment, tools and machines; <LI> Willingness to respond to emergencies and work overtime; <LI> Willingness to work outside in adverse weather conditions; <LI> Good coordination; <LI> Dexterity. <P> AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC-cont'd. 2 <LI> MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: <LI> Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college, university or technical school with an Associate's Degree or certificate in gasoline and/or diesel motor equipment repair technology or a closely related field; OR <LI> Two (2) years of experience in gasoline and diesel motor equipment repair under the supervision or direction of a skilled motor equipment mechanic; OR <LI> Any equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of A) and B). <P> SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AT TIME OF APPOINTMENT: <LI> Possession of the appropriate level Motor Vehicle Operator's License. <P> NOTE: When required by employer, the incumbent must furnish his/her own hand tools and toolbox.