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NASSAU COUNTYTitle:CORRECTIONAL CENTER AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC I
Code:470100 WFA
CLASS SPECIFICATIONPage:1 of 2

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Supervises inmates and participates in performing repair, service and maintenance work on automotive equipment in a penal institution; performs related duties as required.

COMPLEXITY OF DUTIES
Under direct supervision, the position requires the use of mechanical skill and the work is reviewed for quality, accuracy and completeness, and requires sound judgment in maintaining institutional security.

TYPICAL DUTIES
1.Participates in performing skilled repair work on automobiles, trucks, vans and other automotive equipment.
2.Participates in repairs, overhauls, or replacement of spark plugs, valves, clutches, generators, and other automotive parts and equipment.
3.Trouble shoots, road tests and tunes up equipment to insure efficiency.
4.Participates in inspection of inmates for contraband and maintains security precautions at all times.
5.Performs emergency road service.
6.Performs duties as a Correction Officer on a temporary basis, as required, at the discretion of the Sheriff or his designated officer.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1.Knowledge of the methods and practices used in automotive repair and maintenance.
2.Knowledge of the principles of the operation and construction of internal combustion engines.
3.Skill in the care and use of tools and equipment employed in repairing and adjusting automotive equipment.
4.Ability to locate, diagnose and repair defects and malfunctions in automotive equipment.
5.Ability to maintain security precautions.
6.Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
7.Ability to learn the use and care of firearms.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience
1.Completion of vocational school training in automotive maintenance and repair
and
Two years of satisfactory experience in the field of automotive mechanics;
or
2.Four years of satisfactory experience in the field of automotive mechanics.



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Title:CORRECTIONAL CENTER AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC I
Code:470100 WFA
Page:2 of 2


Training and Experience (continued)
Necessary Special Requirement
1.Candidates for this title cannot be approved until they have satisfactory Civil Service medical and psychological reports.
2.Possession of an appropriate class, valid driver license issued by the State of New York.


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