<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 01/08/26</p> <p>Applications Due12/31/26</p> <p>Vacancy ID206749</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPNo</p> <p>AgencyTransportation, Department of</p> <p>TitleStudent Assistant (Fleet) - Region 2</p> <p>Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance</p> <p>Salary GradeHourly</p> <p>Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $20.70 to $20.70 Hourly</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Temporary</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 0%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 40</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 7 AM</p> <p>To 3:30 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? No</p> <p>County Oneida</p> <p>Street Address 10 Harbor Lock Road</p> <p>City Utica</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code13502</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Student Interns will have the opportunity to assist with such routine tasks as brake jobs, oil changes, and other minor maintenance work.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department's response to regional and statewide emergency situations.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications Must be currently enrolled in an automotive or diesel repair technology program.</p> <p>Additional Comments Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.</p> <p>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</p> <p>DOT is an equal opportunity employer. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply.</p> <p>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).</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name HR Canvassing</p> <p>Telephone 315-793-2389</p> <p>Fax 315-793-2390</p> <p>Email Address R2-HR-Personnel@dot.ny.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street 207 Genesee Street</p> <p>City Utica</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 13501</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, a current resume, and a copy of required transcripts (if applicable), titled by last name, with the Notice Number R2-26-04 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than December 31, 2026 to:</p> <p>PLEASE RESPOND VIA EMAIL: R2-HR-Personnel@dot.ny.gov or FAX: (315)793-2390</p> <p>HR-Canvassing</p> <p>NYS Department of Transportation</p> <p>207 Genesee Street</p> <p>Utica, NY 13501</p>