Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic

Job Details Salary: $55,492.00 - $69,203.00 Annually Location: Washington County, PA Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number: N-2026-52143 Department: Department of Transportation Division: TR Washington Co Job Code: 93130 Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting Union: AFSCME Bargaining Unit: J1 Pay Group: ST05 Worksite Address: 170 Route 519, Eighty Four, Pennsylvania, 15330 Contact Name: Rebecca Snyder Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Overview Embark on a fresh opportunity to solve problems and make a real impact! As a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic for the Department of Transportation, you will support essential public services. This position gives you hands‑on challenges that keep Pennsylvania's transportation network strong. You will work with a crew that depends on your skill and dedication. Every shift helps keep the Commonwealth moving forward! Responsibilities Equipment Repair: Repair and overhaul a variety of vehicles and construction equipment Preventative Maintenance: Carry out routine servicing and system adjustments to extend equipment life Diagnostics Work: Identify mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and determine appropriate repair methods State Inspections: Perform safety and emissions inspections, as well as complete required paperwork Tool and Shop Equipment Care: Maintain and repair motorized hand tools and report missing or damaged items Work Area Safety: Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow all safety procedures 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: No option to telework. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable. Further communication via email. Check email, including spam/junk folders. Qualifications Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Successful completion of the Commonwealth's Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Two years of journey level mechanic experience in the diagnosis and repair of automobiles, heavy trucks, or construction equipment, which includes one year of experience in the diagnosis and repair of diesel vehicles or equipment; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirements: This position requires possession of 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. This position requires an active Pennsylvania Class 1, Class 4, or Class 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification on the first day of employment. This position requires possession of an active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations on the first day of employment. This position requires employees to pass the Department of Transportation's New Mechanic Training course during the probationary period. Additional Requirements: This position requires operation of vehicles or equipment with a manual transmission. 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. 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). Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities 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. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania