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Here Are Select Civil Service Tests in the Month of October
Looking for a rewarding career with stability, benefits, and the chance to make a difference in your community? What are you waiting for — take a civil service test this month!
The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) has announced new civil service exams open for application this month, with opportunities across maintenance, automotive work, engineering, and more.
New York City’s civil service exams open the door to numerous opportunities within various city agencies. Whether you’re interested in technical work, skilled trades, or operational support, there’s a position that matches your skills and passions.
Taking a civil service test is the first step toward a fulfilling career in public service. The process is straightforward, and many resources are available to help you prepare and succeed. Plus, passing the exam puts you on the path to becoming a valued city employee, contributing to the welfare and progress of our great city.
For more information, visit: jobs.nyc.gov
Auto Mechanic – Accepting Applications Through 10/27
Auto Mechanics, under supervision, overhaul, repair and maintain engines, motors and motor-powered equipment, component assemblies, and component systems used in automotive, construction and special purpose equipment powered by internal combustion engines. They act as “troubleshooters” in determining mechanical and electrical defects; overhaul, maintain and repair internal combustion engines, motors and motor-powered equipment, including brake systems, transmissions, and ignition systems.
Auto Mechanic (Diesel) – Accepting Applications Through 10/27
Auto Mechanics (Diesel), under supervision, overhaul diesel engines and component assemblies used in diesel powered vehicles. They act as “troubleshooters” in determining mechanical defects; make minor repairs and adjustments in the field so that a vehicle may be returned to the garage or repair shop under its own power; overhaul diesel engines, transmissions and fuel systems; align wheels, adjust tracks and repair steering equipment; reline and adjust brakes; may transmit orders to other journeymen as directed; may supervise machinist helpers, automotive service workers, and other personnel as directed; train assigned machinist helpers, automotive service workers, or other related personnel in the performance of various maintenance and/or repair tasks.
Electrician (Automobile) – Accepting Applications Through 10/27
Electricians (Automobile), under supervision, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, replace and rewire automotive electrical and electronic systems. They maintain, repair, replace and test alternators, cranking motors, distributors, magnetos, generator control units, alternating systems and rectifiers, and all other electrical and electronic equipment found on automotive vehicles; rewire and repair automotive electrical and electronic systems; act as troubleshooters in determining electrical defects in the electrical or electronic systems in automotive equipment; use all electrical testing and shop devices, read wiring diagrams and service manuals.
Auto Mechanic (CUNY) – Accepting Applications Through 10/27
Auto Mechanics (CUNY), under supervision, overhaul, repair and maintain engines and component assemblies used in automotive and construction activities and all other equipment powered by internal combustion engines. They act as “troubleshooters” in determining mechanical and electrical problems through the use of diagnostic equipment as necessary; make minor repairs and adjustments in the field so that a vehicle may be returned to the garage or repair shop under its own power; overhaul and make repairs to internal combustion engines, brake systems, automatic and manual transmissions, ignition systems, electronic systems, differential assemblies and fuel systems; align wheels and repair steering equipment; may make minor auto body repairs.
About the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services
The NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) makes city government work for all New Yorkers. Our commitment to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability guides our work providing city agencies with the resources and support needed to succeed, including:
- Recruiting, hiring, and training city employees
- Managing 56 public buildings
- Acquiring, selling, and leasing city property
- Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for city agencies
- Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country
- Leading the city’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations
Learn more about DCAS by visiting nyc.gov/dcas or by following us on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and listening to the Inside Citywide podcast.
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