Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee

Salary: $47,844.00 - $60,714.00 Annually
Location : Montgomery County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2026-50376
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: TR Montgomery Co
Opening Date: 05/27/2026
Closing Date: 6/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 93129
Position Number: 00165389
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: J1
Pay Group: ST04
Bureau / Division Code: 00080640
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
As a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee with the Department of Transportation, you will begin a hands-on learning path that prepares you for a future career in equipment maintenance. You will work closely with experienced mechanics who will teach you how to repair and maintain vehicles and heavy machinery. This role gives you the chance to build practical skills while supporting important transportation services. It is an excellent fit for someone who enjoys mechanical challenges and wants to learn by doing.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position provides hands-on training in repairing, maintaining, and inspecting vehicles and equipment used in transportation operations. As a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

• Repair Training: Learn to repair and overhaul cars, trucks, and construction equipment
• Maintenance Skills: Participate in preventative maintenance and routine servicing of engines and equipment
• Diagnostics Practice: Assist with diagnosing mechanical issues and determining proper repair methods
• Inspection Support: Help complete official state safety and emissions inspections under supervision
• Equipment Care: Learn to repair and maintain hand tools and motorized equipment used on the job
• Safety Awareness: Follow safety procedures, identify hazards, and maintain a clean and organized work area

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• 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: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $47,844 (before taxes).
• 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:

• Two years as a Tradesman Helper (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) working in the automotive field; or
• Graduation from a post-high school diesel technology curriculum of an accredited trade or technical school; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of an active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations on the first day of employment.
• All positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania Class 1, Class 4, or Class 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification during the probationary period.
• This position requires employees to pass the Department of Transportation's New Mechanic Training course during the probationary period.

Additional Requirements:

• Employees may be required to obtain and maintain CDL endorsements and certifications necessary to operate specific pieces of equipment.
• This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

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.
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*Eligibility rules apply.
01


Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Tradesman Helper in the automotive field for two or more years full time?

• Yes
• No

02


If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03


Have you completed post-high school training in a diesel technology curriculum?

If you are claiming credits/training, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.


If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services link.

• Yes
• No

04


How many years of full-time experience in the automotive field do you possess?

• 2 yrs or more
• 1 but less than 2 yrs
• Less than 1 yr
• None

05


If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
06


How much college coursework have you completed in the automotive field?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.


If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services link.

• 60 credits or more
• 30 but less than 60 credits
• Less than 30 credits
• None

Required Question