Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Westmoreland County, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is hiring a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair vehicles and equipment that support operations across the state. The role includes diagnosing and repairing automobiles, trucks, tractors, and construction equipment; servicing vehicle and equipment systems; conducting safety and emissions inspections; and keeping related records. The mechanic also supports major repairs, demonstrates repair methods, maintains a clean and safe work area, and updates equipment records.

This is a full-time, onsite position with work hours of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, including a 30-minute lunch. Telework is not available. Employees must demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission and may need to obtain and maintain the CDL endorsements and certifications required to operate particular equipment. Within the probationary period, employees must obtain active PennDOT certification to operate heavy trucks and loaders. 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 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.
• Possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) and Manual Transmission Restriction (E) removed, or equivalent.
• Possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations on the first day of employment.
• Possess an active Pennsylvania Class 1, Class 4, or Class 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification on the first day of employment.
• Demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.
• Obtain and maintain CDL endorsements and certifications necessary to operate specific equipment when required.
• Obtain an active Pennsylvania Department of Transportation certification to operate heavy trucks and loaders within the probationary period.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Comply with drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automobiles, heavy trucks, tractors, and construction equipment.
• Service hydraulic, electrical, heating, cooling, exhaust, and transmission systems.
• Conduct required safety and emissions inspections and complete related records.
• Use appropriate tools to identify equipment problems and determine repair procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow safety procedures to prevent accidents.
• Assist with major repairs and demonstrate repair methods.
• Update equipment records.

What This Job Offers

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