Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Washington County, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is hiring a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic to maintain, repair, and inspect a variety of vehicles and equipment to support safe and efficient operation. The work includes overhauling cars, trucks, tractors, and construction equipment; diagnosing mechanical issues; and servicing hydraulic, cooling, electrical, heating, and transmission systems. The mechanic also completes required safety and emissions inspections, makes repairs, and documents inspection records. Other duties include maintaining and repairing motorized hand tools, keeping the work area clean, following safety procedures, promptly reporting injuries or equipment damage, and performing minor field repairs and routine adjustments. The mechanic may demonstrate repair methods and maintain equipment records.

This is a full-time, onsite position with work hours of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and a 30-minute lunch. Telework is not available. The position requires an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with specified restrictions removed, an active Pennsylvania inspection mechanic certification, and an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate on the first day of employment. Employees must demonstrate the ability to operate equipment with a manual transmission and may need to obtain and maintain endorsements and certifications for specific equipment. An active PennDOT heavy trucks and loaders operation certification must be obtained within the probationary period. The position is subject to drug and alcohol testing under federal regulations.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the Commonwealth’s Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee program, or two years of journey-level mechanic experience diagnosing and repairing automobiles, heavy trucks, or construction equipment, including one year diagnosing and repairing diesel vehicles or equipment, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed; a Class B CDL must also have the E restriction removed.
• Possess an active Pennsylvania Class 1, Class 4, or Class 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification on the first day of employment.
• Possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations on the first day of employment.
• Demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.
• Obtain an active PennDOT certification to operate heavy trucks and loaders within the probationary period.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Submit relevant, detailed experience and education information on the application; if claiming education in supplemental answers, attach college transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).

Responsibilities

• Overhaul cars, trucks, tractors, and construction equipment, replacing key components as needed.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and service hydraulic, cooling, electrical, heating, and transmission systems.
• Complete required safety and emissions inspections, perform repairs, and document inspection records.
• Maintain and repair motorized hand tools, including chain saws, compressors, tampers, and trimmers.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow safety procedures.
• Immediately report injuries or equipment damage.
• Perform minor field repairs and routine adjustments.
• Demonstrate repair methods and maintain equipment records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed