Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Butler County Maintenance Organization, is looking for enthusiastic individuals to take on the role of Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic. This position is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the maintenance of our county's highways and bridges, ensuring safe travel for all. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that values innovation and teamwork. If you have a strong commitment to repair and maintenance and a passion for keeping equipment in top shape, we encourage you to apply. By joining our team, you will be part of an organization that appreciates its employees and recognizes their essential role in the community. Do not miss your chance to make a positive impact in Butler County-apply today to help maintain the vital equipment that supports our roadways and connects our neighborhoods!

In this position, you will handle various analytical tasks while also performing preventative maintenance and repairs on a wide range of vehicles, including construction equipment, trucks, and cars powered by gasoline or diesel engines. Your responsibilities will include servicing hydraulic, electrical, heating, cooling, and exhaust systems, as well as working on both manual and automatic transmissions. You will need to conduct state vehicle inspections on all relevant equipment, ensure that work orders are completed correctly, and keep detailed records of the time spent on each job. It is essential to report any incidents or damage to the equipment immediately. To succeed in this role, you must be skilled at identifying the right repair procedures for heavy machinery and making the necessary mechanical adjustments. Additionally, maintaining a safe work environment for yourself, your coworkers, and equipment operators is extremely important.

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.
• Travel, overtime and shift work required. Work hours 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 $55,492 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the commonwealth's Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of journey level mechanic experience in the diagnosis and repair of automobiles, heavy trucks, or construction equipment, which includes one year of experience in the diagnosis and repair of diesel vehicles or equipment; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License.
• This position requires employees to possess a valid Pennsylvania Class 1, 4, or 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification on the first day of employment.

• This position requires possession of an Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• This position requires operation of vehicles or equipment with a manual transmission.
• All employees must obtain an active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders within the probationary period.
• Employees may be required to obtain and maintain CDL endorsements and certifications necessary to operate specific pieces of equipment.
• This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.
• 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 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.