ONEIDA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
NOTICE OF VACANCY
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
CIVIL SERVICE TITLE: Heavy Equipment Mechanic (NYHELP Program)
CLASSIFICATION TYPE: Non-Competitive
SALARY (GRADE): $45,499 (19B) Plus Excellent Benefits
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 31st, 2026
APPLY ONLINE*: https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/jobopps
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is skilled work involving the repair and maintenance
of a variety of heavy and/or automotive equipment which requires a thorough knowledge of the automotive
trade. General instructions are received regarding individual jobs, permitting considerable leeway for planning
the details of each assignment. The incumbent performs related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications at time of application.
Two (2) years of experience as a skilled automotive mechanic, which shall have involved repairs and
maintenance of heavy automotive equipment*, or experience of a similar nature.
*Heavy automotive equipment refers to dump trucks, graders, bulldozers, rollers, shovels, cranes, tractors,
snow loaders, etc.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Possession of a valid Class B or greater, CDL, without airbrake restriction at time of application and
required for duration of appointment; AND eligibility for NYS Heavy Motor Vehicle Inspection License
at time of appointment and possession of NYS Heavy Motor Vehicle Inspection License within one (1)
year from appointment date and maintained duration of appointment
2. Certain assignments made to employees in this class will require access to transportation to meet
field work requirements in a timely and efficient manner.
NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time requirements.
**Oneida County is an equal opportunity employer**
- If you do not have internet access, paper applications can be picked up in the Personnel Department on the 7th Floor of the Oneida
County Office Building. You may also request a paper application to be mailed by calling 315-798-5726.
Issued: 01/01/2026 Revised: 02/10/2026