Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee

THE POSITION

Begin an exciting career as a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee with the Sullivan County Maintenance Organization. This role is great for individuals who enjoy working with tools and machinery and want to grow their mechanical skills. You will learn from experienced staff while working on equipment that keeps our highways safe. Your enthusiasm and willingness to learn will help you build a strong future in this field.

Begin an exciting career as a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee with the Sullivan County Maintenance Organization. This role is great for individuals who enjoy working with tools and machinery and want to grow their mechanical skills. You will learn from experienced staff while working on equipment that keeps our highways safe. Your enthusiasm and willingness to learn will help you build a strong future in this field.

This trainee position provides structured on the job training to develop skills in repairing and maintaining diesel and gasoline powered equipment. As a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

• Repair Training:
  Assist with repairs and overhauls of cars, trucks, and heavy equipment while learning proper techniques
• Maintenance
  
  Skills:
  
  Participate in preventative maintenance tasks to keep vehicles and equipment in safe working condition
• Diagnostic Learning:
  Use diagnostic tools to help identify mechanical issues and determine correct repair methods
• Inspection Support:
  Assist with safety and emissions inspections and complete related records and forms
• Safety Practices:
  Learn and follow safety procedures, maintain clean work areas, and report injuries or hazards
• Field Adjustments:
  Perform minor adjustments and support senior mechanics with major repairs and equipment servicing

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM, or 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
• May require travel, overtime, and dual shifts. Work hours may vary during winter season.
• 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 $48,802 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• 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.

• This position requires employees to possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit or License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) and Manual Transmission Restriction (E) removed on the first day of employment.
• This position requires employees to possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations on the first day of employment.
• This position requires employees to obtain a valid Pennsylvania Class 4 or 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification during the probationary period.
• This position is required to obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) within the six-month probationary period.

• This position requires operation of vehicles or equipment with a manual transmission within the six-month…