Automotive Mechanic - South Mountain Restoration Center
Listed on 2026-05-31
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Automotive Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Automotive Technician
THE POSITION
South Mountain Restoration Center with the Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a dedicated Automotive Mechanic to support the reliable operation of our vehicles and equipment. This role offers the chance to keep an essential fleet running smoothly while supporting a facility that cares for some of our most vulnerable citizens. You will join a team that values craftsmanship and reliability.
This is a great opportunity to take pride in high quality mechanical service.
This position plays an important role in keeping vehicles and power equipment in reliable working condition across the facility. The work supports daily operations and ensures safety precautions followed to meet staff and resident needs. As an Automotive Mechanic, you will perform the following duties:
- Major Repairs:
Perform repairs on cars, trucks, and equipment ranging from routine fixes to involved mechanical jobs - State Inspections:
Inspect vehicles to meet all state requirements - System Overhauls:
Repair engines, transmissions, brakes, clutches, and related automotive systems - Record Keeping:
Maintain detailed service records for each vehicle - Equipment Support:
Repair emergency generators, air compressors, and other facility equipment - Fuel Dispensing:
Dispense gasoline, diesel fuel, and oil for state owned equipment
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
- Overtime and travel as needed
- Free parking
- Telework:
You will not have the option to telework in this position. - Salary:
In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
The required experience, training and eligibility for this position include:
- 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 knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- You must be in possession of a current driver’s license which is not under suspension.
- You must be in possession of a valid Class 1 Inspection Mechanic certificate or equivalent that allows inspection for Class 1 vehicles.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
- Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
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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