Automotive Mechanic

Salary

$41,506.00 - $61,927.00 Annually

Location

Lebanon County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-61526

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Div Fac Spt

Opening Date

10/30/2026

Closing Date

11/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

93110

Position Number

50241552

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00137103

Bureau / Division

Division of Facility Support

Worksite Address

Fort Indiantown Gap

Worksite Address

Building 17-1, 17th Street

City

Annville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17003

Contact Name

Lori Buffington

Contact Phone

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Contact Email

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THE POSITION
As an Automotive Mechanic with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), you will take on meaningful work that keeps Fort Indiantown Gap operating at its best. Your mechanical skill will help keep engines, equipment, and vehicles dependable, which supports smooth daily operations across the facility. This position offers hands-on, engaging work for someone who enjoys solving problems and ensuring that equipment continues to perform at a high level. Join a team that values dedication, continuous growth, and quality workmanship. Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides mechanical support that keeps vehicles and equipment safe, reliable, and ready for use. As an Automotive Mechanic, you will perform the following duties:

• Engine Repair: Perform major and minor repairs on gasoline and diesel engines, including overhauls, rebuilds, and part replacements
• Equipment Service: Repair and maintain tractors, backhoes, loaders, mowers, chain saws, gas generators, and similar equipment
• Vehicle Maintenance: Address defects in fleet vehicles by repairing or replacing parts such as brakes, clutches, transmissions, and shock absorbers
• Safety Testing: Test engines to diagnose performance issues, inspect vehicles for safety, and ensure compliance with regulations
• Record Keeping: Prepare accurate records and reports on repairs, vehicle status, and maintenance activities

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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 knowledges, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirements:

• You must posses a current and valid Pennsylvania driver's license.

Additional Requirements:

• You must obtain and maintain favorable National Crime Information Center (NCIC) screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

• 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 provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• 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.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• 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 the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.