Automotive Mechanic

About the role

Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation as an Automotive Mechanic and help keep our operations moving smoothly. This role will offer you the chance to demonstrate your mechanical expertise in a hands-on environment. You will support safe travel for the public by keeping essential equipment in top condition. Become part of a team that values skill, dedication, and dependable service.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle Maintenance: Perform repairs and preventive care on cars, trucks, tractors, and construction equipment
• System Repairs: Carry out work on electrical, cooling, suspension, fuel, brake, steering, and driveline systems
• Safety Inspections: Complete official state safety and emissions inspections and prepare required records
• Field Service: Provide emergency road assistance and conduct maintenance and adjustments at field locations
• Equipment Care: Clean, service, and document maintenance activities to support safe and efficient operations
• Environmental Compliance: Follow environmental protection requirements and complete designated training

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Four years of experience in the automotive mechanic trade; or completion of an approved apprenticeship; or Any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Special Requirements: This position requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension. You must be a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Certified Inspection Mechanic for Class 1 vehicles. You must obtain a CFC-12 Refrigerant Recycling Certificate and a 134A Refrigerant Recycling Certificate upon hire and continuously maintain it while employed in this job.
• Additional Requirements: You must provide your own mechanics toolbox and basic tool set. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Work Schedule: Full-time employment with work hours of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Work schedule is subject to change based on weather/season. Winter shifts are 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM or 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
• Telework: Not available in this position.

Salary

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.