Job Description
Posting number: N-2026-56552
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: TR Potter Co
Job classification: Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee
Posting type: NCS External
Categories: Trades, Transportation, Automotive
Start your journey toward a strong and reliable career in equipment maintenance! The Department of Transportation offers the Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee role to help you learn how to care for and repair the machines that keep Pennsylvania on the move. You gain practical skills from experienced staff while tackling real mechanical challenges. This training program opens the door to meaningful work that supports communities statewide!
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Examples of duties
This role introduces you to the essential steps involved in maintaining and repairing transportation equipment. You train under experienced staff to learn how to support safe and reliable vehicle operations. As a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee, you will perform the following duties:
- Equipment Repair: Perform repairs on vehicles and heavy equipment, including tasks such as part replacement and basic body work
- Preventative Maintenance: Complete routine servicing and adjustments to keep vehicles and equipment in safe working condition
- Diagnostics Work: Identify mechanical issues using tools and equipment, as well as assist with determining appropriate repair methods
- Safety Practices: Follow required safety procedures, recognize work area hazards, and help maintain a clean and safe workspace
- Record Keeping: Maintain equipment records and report findings through written and verbal communication
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.
- Dual shifts, overtime, and travel may be required. Work hours are subject to seasonal change.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $48,802.00 (before taxes)
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Two years as a Tradesman Helper (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) working in the automotive field; or
- Graduation from a post-high school diesel technology curriculum of an accredited trade or technical school; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirements:
- This position requires employees to possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) and Manual Transmission (E) removed, or equivalent.
- This position requires employees to possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations on the first day of employment.
- All positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania Class 1, Class 4, or Class 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification during the probationary period.
- This position will require employees to pass the Department of Transportation’s New Mechanic Training course during the probationary period.
- This position requires possession of an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period..
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 dateLate 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 and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
