Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic

Become a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic with the Department of Transportation and contribute to the smooth operation of critical public services! This position offers hands‑on work with many types of vehicles and equipment, giving you the chance to grow your mechanical expertise. Your efforts will help maintain safe and dependable transportation resources for the public. Join a team where your work makes a clear difference every day!

This position focuses on maintaining and repairing a wide variety of vehicles and construction equipment to support daily transportation operations. It involves technical mechanical work, inspections, and safety-focused tasks that ensure each vehicle is ready for service. As a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic, you will perform the following duties:

• Vehicle Repairs:
  Repair vehicles including cars, trucks, and tractors including replacing mechanical components
• Equipment Maintenance:
  Perform diagnostics, tune ups, and system adjustments on assigned equipment
• Safety Inspections:
  Carry out official inspections and complete related documentation
• Problem Identification:
  Identify equipment issues using diagnostic tools and determine needed repairs
• Work Area Safety:
  Maintain a clean work area and follow all required safety procedures

• 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:
  
  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.

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.

• 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 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.
• All employees must obtain an active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders within the probationary period.
• This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.