Auto Mechanic

Allegheny County Airport Authority - West Mifflin,, PA

Final date to receive applications: N/A

The Allegheny County Airport Authority[ACAA] invites you aboard our mission to create meaningful travel experiences in the aviation industry. As Pittsburgh’s gateway to the world, both Pittsburgh International Airport and Allegheny County Airport serve as beacons of change and connectivity for our region. As a member of our crew, you will directly serve, inspire, and advance our community in significant ways that impact the daily lives of others and the future of our organization.

Whether you have a passion for travel, an appreciation for aeronautics and aviation, or an unparalleled love for the city of Pittsburgh, ACAA provides the opportunity for the next chapter of your career to take flight. Our culture is one that emphasizes high performance, innovation, and learning. We know that those things only happen when everyone who works in an organization is properly empowered, equipped, and enabled in their roles to make an impact.

At ACAA success is a shared responsibility, and we look forward to supporting and developing the unique strengths you could bring to our team.

The ACAA’s Auto Mechanic will report to the Fleet Manager and is responsible for the maintenance and repair of trucks, buses, automobiles, fire trucks & equipment, police & emergency response vehicles & equipment, tractors, mowers, multi‑function snow removal equipment and other similar equipment.

• Determine repairs required by road testing and use of diagnostic equipment.
• Repair vehicles and replace defective parts within an allotted time.
• Perform engine tune‑ups.
• Develop or participate in job safety analysis procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Work safely and abide by all ACAA safety guidelines.
• Maintain good working relations with management and co‑workers, representing the ACAA in a professional manner at all times.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.

Requirements to apply for the role of Auto Mechanic:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a recognized mechanical apprenticeship in the craft or equivalent training at an accredited trade or technical school, or military training.
• Five years’ experience in the auto and heavy truck mechanic field (preferred).
• Possession of a Pennsylvania CDL license, Class “A” or “B.” License must be maintained throughout employment.
• Required to maintain the following licenses and certifications as a condition of employment:
  • PA State Emission Testing Certification
  • PA CDL License (Class A or
    
    B)
  • PA State Inspection License
  • Air conditioning Certification

We also expect that candidates will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in most cases:

• Proficient and experienced in the repair and maintenance of the following:
  • Engines – Diesel and gasoline, automatic transmissions, front ends and alignments, manual transmissions and differentials.
  • Mechanical and pneumatic brakes.
  • Electrical systems.
  • Heating and air‑conditioning systems.
  • Hydraulic systems.
  • Body work, painting and fabrication.
  • Burning, brazing, and welding.
  • Electric Vehicle experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and techniques of safety precautions and injury prevention programs.
• Ability to do all paperwork related to the job such as but not limited to Pennsylvania state inspections, emissions, ledgers and scheduling.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Must be able to work overtime, including weekends.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls;

reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to…