• Newark, NJ
  • $79,643–$99,704 Per Year
  • Full-time
1 day ago

Job Description

The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC), a publicly-owned wastewater treatment facility located in Newark, New Jersey, is currently seeking a Fleet Mechanic III.  Created in 1902, PVSC is the 5th largest facility of its kind in the United States, directly serving approximately 1.5 million residents in 48 municipalities located in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic and Union Counties.  The 140-acre plant is designed to treat an average of 330 million gallons per day (“mgd”) of wastewater with an annual average flow of approximately 241mgd.

 

Position Summary: Responsible for the repair and maintenance of all PVSC vehicles and associated equipment, as well as any operating equipment.  

 

Job Responsibilities

Requirements: Must have a working knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic systems and other related equipment, as well as knowledge of auto body maintenance and garage practices. Must be able to read, understand and use automotive repair manuals and pneumatic/hydraulic schematics.  Must have knowledge of the safety precautions that must be exercised during mechanical and auto body repair tasks.  Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position and carry out verbal and written instructions.  Must be available for emergencies or job assignments on a 24-hour basis.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNewark, NJ
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$79,643–$99,704 Per Year
Company Size501 - 1000
Year Founded1902
HeadquartersNewark, NJ, US
Websitehttps://cta.cadienttalent.com/index.jsp?APPLICATIONNAME=PassaicValleySewerageCommissionKTMDReqExt

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in automotive repair within a shop equipped with modern preventive maintenance and inventory control programs.  Advanced training with a successful completion of study from an accredited technical or trade school may be substituted for the experience requirement.   

 

Education: High school diploma or equivalency certificate required.  Advanced training from an accredited technical or trade school is also preferred.

 

Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid New Jersey driver's license.  A valid New Jersey commercial driver’s license with a Class A or B endorsement is preferred.  An Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification is also preferred but not required.  

 

Physical Demands: Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation to ensure the health and safety of oneself and others are maintained. Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of the arms, legs and the whole body such as sitting, standing, climbing (including ladders), lifting up to 50 lbs., balancing, walking, stooping, pushing, pulling, and handling heavy objects. Must qualify for and possess the ability to perform entry into confined spaces while wearing proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as, but not limited to, canister and dust masks, as well as SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus), in compliance with PVSC’s Facial Hair Grooming Policy.    

 

To Apply: All applicants must meet the NJ First Act residency requirements.

 

Working Conditions:  Workers are employed in conditions associated with a wastewater treatment plant and sewer collection system and will be required to work indoors and outdoors.

The expected base pay range for this position is $79,643 to $99,704.  The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, education, training, and formal credentials.  

Benefits

Paid Time-Off, Prescription Drug Coverage, Life Insurance, Retirement / Pension Plans, Paid Sick Days, Parking, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Spending Accounts, Medical, Dental, Vision

About Company

The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC) is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity in the workplace.  Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or sexual orientation.  PVSC offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees which includes medical, dental, vision, pension, life insurance, flexible spending account, and 457(b) retirement program, as well as paid vacation, sick, holiday and personal days.  For more information about PVSC, please visit www.nj.gov/pvsc.com.

 

PVSC offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees which includes medical, dental, vision, pension, life insurance, flexible spending account, and 457B retirement program, as well as paid vacation, sick, holiday and personal days for all positions. 

 

Skills

  • Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Plant Layout and Designunmatched

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