automotive mechanic

Salary $49,819.00 - $61,927.00 Annually Location Montgomery County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2026-60581 Department Department of Transportation Division TR Montgomery Co Opening Date 10/13/2026 Closing Date 10/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 93110 Position Number 00165389 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit J1 Pay Group ST04 Bureau / Division Code 0640 Bureau / Division Transportation, Montgomery County Worksite Address 2005 Swede Road City Norristown, Pennsylvania Zip Code 19401 Contact Name Tiffany Martin Contact Email View email address on click.appcast.io THE POSITION Do you want to use your mechanical skills to help keep Pennsylvania moving safely every day? Step into a hands-on career as an Automotive Mechanic with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). This role allows you to play a key part in keeping vehicles and equipment safe and ready for the road. You will work with many types of engines and systems while building valuable mechanical skills. Apply today to join a team that relies on your expertise to support safe travel across the state! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position focuses on maintaining and repairing vehicles and equipment that support transportation operations across the state. The work includes diagnostics, safety inspections, and repairs on many mechanical systems. As an Automotive Mechanic, you will perform the following duties: 1. Vehicle Repair: Diagnose mechanical issues and repair engines, brakes, electrical systems, and other components 2. Preventative Maintenance: Carry out routine service tasks to keep equipment in safe and reliable condition 3. State Inspections: Conduct required safety and emissions inspections and complete all related documentation 4. Equipment Overhaul: Rebuild or replace parts and systems on vehicles, tools, and construction equipment 5. Safety Practices: Follow safety procedures, identify hazards, and maintain a clean and organized work area 6. Team Support: Assist coworkers by demonstrating repair methods and helping with major repair projects Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment 2. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. 3. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 4. **Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $49,819.00 (before taxes). 5. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. Four years of experience in the automotive mechanic trade; or Completion of an approved apprenticeship; or 2. Any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledges, skills, and abilities. Special Requirement: 1. This position requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension. 2. This position requires possession of a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Class 7 Certified Inspection Mechanic certificate. 3. This position requires possession of a CFC-12 Refrigerant Recycling Certificate and a 134A Refrigerant Recycling Certificate (can obtain after start date). Additional Requirements: 1. Must supply your own toolbox and basic tools. 2. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: 1. 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 prov ded on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). 2. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 3. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. 4. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 5. 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 theGuidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. Veterans: