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Assistant Motor Equipment Parts Foreman
Description of Duties
This is a stockkeeping position responsible for purchasing, storing and distributing automotive and heavy motor equipment, tools, parts and supplies for a public works, fleet or similar operation. Duties involve assisting in maintaining records and paperwork related to inventory and purchasing activities and will fill in for the supervisor in his/her absence. The employee may be required to lift/move stock and materials with an average weight of fifty (50) pounds. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a Motor Equipment Parts Foreman, Head Automotive Mechanic, or other higher level staff member. Supervision may be exercised over staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:
- Two (2) years paid full‑time or its part‑time equivalent* experience in automotive or public works type storehouse or inventory work; OR,
- Two (2) years paid full‑time or its part‑time equivalent* experience in automotive or heavy equipment maintenance mechanic work; OR,
- An equivalent combination of work experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.
NOTE: Where the educational requirement is not met, additional experience as described above may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
Special Requirements:
If you are appointed, you will be required to have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.
