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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 01/13/26 Applications Due 12/31/26 Vacancy ID 207210
Basics
Schedule Location Job Specifics How to Apply
NY HELP No
Agency Transportation, Department of
Title Student Assistant Region 4
Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $20.70 to $20.70 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 7 AM To 3:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Monroe
Street Address 2797 Clover St.
City Pittsford
State NY
Zip Code 14534
Duties Description
Under the supervision of a Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment), Student Interns will observe the performance of vehicle diagnostics; mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on vehicles and equipment. Student Interns will have the opportunity to assist with such routine tasks as brake jobs, oil changes, and other minor maintenance work. Student interns will also be instructed on opening work orders, documenting work performed; or be assigned to a parts room where they will research and order part and go out on parts deliveries. There may be other job shadowing opportunities with appropriate Fleet Management staff. Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department's response to regional and statewide emergency situations.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be currently enrolled in an automotive or diesel repair technology program.
Additional Comments
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The salary range listed reflects the full range for this graded position. For new State employees appointed into graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts. For more salary information please visit https://oer.ny.gov/salary-schedules
DOT is an equal opportunity employer. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply.
In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States. Candidates for employment must have proper authorization to work in the United States at the time an offer of employment is made. The Department will not sponsor a nonimmigrant for a temporary employment visa (H-1B or similar), OPT STEM, or for permanent residence. Offers of permanent employment may not be made to nonimmigrants whose employment authorization is limited to a period of practical training (F-1 or similar).
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Jennifer L. Feeney
Telephone
Fax 585-272-3426
Email Address dot.sm.r04.personnelDOTjobs@dot.ny.gov
Address
Street 1530 Jefferson Rd.
City Rochester
State NY
Zip Code 14623
Notes on Applying
Qualified candidates should submit a current resume, letter of interest and a completed NYS Dept. of Transportation Application for Employment (S1000 Part 1) with Notice Number R04-26-03 included in the subject line and referenced in the cover letter to:
Jennifer L. Feeney Administrative Services Director New York State Department of Transportation - Region 4 30 Jefferson Rd. Rochester, NY 14623 585-272-3426 (fax) dot.sm.r04.personnelDOTjobs@dot.ny.gov PLEASE INCLUDE R04-26-03 IN SUBJECT LINE
Applications and resumes must be received or postmarked no later than December 31, 2026. Applications for employment may be found at the following web address: https://www.ny.gov/sites/default/files/2023-03/Application_for_Employment_Part_1.pdf