Automotive Mechanic

THE POSITION

Are you searching for a fast-paced automotive role where your mechanical talents keep essential equipment running strong? If you have what it takes to maintain the Commonwealth's diverse fleet and keep equipment in excellent operating condition, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) wants to hear from you! Here, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of tools and machinery while supporting transportation operations and ensuring that vehicles stay reliable and ready for service. Join the dynamic team in Potter County and take advantage of this exciting career path as an Automotive Mechanic!


DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position maintains and repairs a wide range of vehicles, tools, and construction equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. As an Automotive Mechanic, you will perform the following duties:

• Vehicle Repair: Perform skilled maintenance on cars, trucks, tractors, construction equipment, and powered hand tools
• Preventive Care: Carry out routine services such as oil changes, diagnostics, tune-ups, tire changes, and system repairs
• Safety Inspection: Complete official state safety and emissions inspections and document required records
• Field Service: Conduct emergency repairs and make necessary adjustments at garage or field locations
• Equipment Records: Maintain detailed documentation of repairs, parts used, and conditions of equipment
• Parts Acquisition: Obtain needed parts and provide accurate information for proper equipment purchases

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Work hours are subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $49,819.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of experience in the automotive mechanic trade; or
• Completion of an approved apprenticeship; or
• Any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a current and valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
• This position requires possession of a valid Class 1 Inspection Mechanic certificate or equivalent that allows inspection for Class 1 vehicles.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html