Tradesman Helper

The Tradesman Helper with the Department of Transportation offers a hands-on role that keeps essential maintenance work moving. This position will let you grow your skills while supporting the team that cares for Allegheny County roads and facilities. It is a great opportunity to learn from experienced mechanics and trades staff. Step into a role where your work helps keep the community safe and moving.

This position supports the maintenance organization by assisting with equipment repairs, building upkeep, and storeroom tasks. The role involves hands-on work, problem solving, and steady support for daily maintenance operations. As a Tradesman Helper, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Repairs: Perform basic tasks such as replacing bulbs, hoses, filters, and batteries, in addition to assisting mechanics with complex repairs
• Storeroom Support: Help manage parts and pick up needed supplies
• Facility Maintenance: Assist with repairs and upkeep of buildings and grounds
• Job Reporting: Provide daily updates to supervisor on equipment status and completed tasks
• Work Practices: Follow attendance rules, support emergency responses, and maintain productive work habits
• Environmental Compliance: Carry out environmental protection requirements and participate in required training

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.
• Schedule may be subject to change due to seasonal and/or operational needs.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

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).
• 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.