Student Assistant - Region 8 - Various Locations

Currently enrolled in an accredited automotive technician, automotive repair program or Agriculture and technical program. This includes high school and college level programs.

High school students who are registered in apprenticeship programs duly registered with the Commissioner of Labor or to student-learners enrolled in recognized cooperative vocational training programs also qualify for these positions. I.E Boces or CTE type program at the high school level

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.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Administrative Services

Telephone

Fax (845)-431-7927

Email Address dot.sm.r8.hr.personnel@dot.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Department of Transportation

4 Burnett Blvd

City Poughkeepsie

State NY

Zip Code 12603

Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R08-24-08 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than 12/31/2024 to:

Administrative Services Director
New York State Department of Transportation Region 8
4 Burnett Boulevard
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603