Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Butler County, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic with the Department of Transportation in Butler County performs skilled maintenance and repair work on diesel- and gasoline-powered equipment to ensure safe, dependable operation. The role includes diagnosing and repairing fleet equipment, conducting preventive maintenance and official safety and emissions inspections, using diagnostic tools and testing equipment, maintaining a safe work area, and making minor onsite repairs and adjustments to keep equipment operating during active work.

This is a full-time, onsite position with regular hours of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and a 30-minute lunch. Travel, overtime, and shift work are required. Work hours may change with seasonal requirements and operational needs. New Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employees begin at an annual salary of $56,607 before taxes.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the Commonwealth’s Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee program, or an equivalent Federal Government job title as determined by the Office of Administration; 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.
• Possession of an active Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
• Possession of an active Pennsylvania Class 1, 4, or 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification on the first day of employment.
• Possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations on the first day of employment.
• Possession of an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N).
• Pass the Department of Transportation’s New Mechanic Training course during the probationary period.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical systems, and other components on fleet equipment.
• Perform inspections, tune-ups, adjustments, and routine service to maintain vehicles in proper working order.
• Conduct official safety and emissions inspections, complete related paperwork, and ensure vehicles meet required standards.
• Use tools and testing equipment to identify problems, determine necessary repairs, and restore equipment performance.
• Maintain a safe work area, follow proper procedures, and take steps to reduce hazards and injuries.
• Make minor repairs and adjustments onsite to keep equipment operating during active work.

What This Job Offers

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