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Reference #: 5127480
THE POSITION
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2025-36068 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM OCTOBER 31,2025 TO NOVEMBER 14, 2025. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.
Are you a master of the machine, a wizard with a wrench, and a pro at keeping things running smoothly? The Department of Transportation is looking for a skilled Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic to join our team within Tioga County Maintenance Organization and become the backbone of our operations. Apply today to play a lead role in ensuring our fleet of heavy equipment is safe, reliable, and ready to get the job done.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a certified mechanic with extensive experience in both automotive and heavy machinery, your primary responsibilities will include conducting various analytical assessments and performing preventive maintenance and repairs on a wide array of equipment, such as construction machinery, trucks, automobiles, and hand tools. A key component of this position is working with both gasoline and diesel engines, focusing on maximizing performance and reliability. You will be expected to utilize your technical expertise to diagnose problems, implement effective maintenance plans, and carry out repairs that improve the durability and efficiency of the equipment. This diverse role requires not only mechanical skills but also a strong commitment to safety and operational efficiency.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Travel, overtime, and shift work required. Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $55,492 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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:
Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed.
Certain positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania Class B Commercial Driver's License with Manual Transmission Restriction (E) removed, or equivalent.
Must possess a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations on the first day of work.
Employees may be required to obtain and maintain CDL endorsements and certifications necessary to operate specific pieces of equipment.
Certain positions may require employees to possess a valid Pennsylvania Class 1, 4, or 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification on the first day of employment.
This position will require employees to pass the Department of Transportation's New Mechanic Training course during the probationary period.
Additional Requirement:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
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.
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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
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.
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.
