Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee

Start your journey in a role that builds real mechanical skills from the ground up! As a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee with the Department of Transportation, you learn how to work on the equipment that keeps Pennsylvania moving every day. This program gives you hands-on experience with repairs, inspections, and maintenance. This is a great chance to grow your abilities and begin a steady career in equipment service! This trainee role teaches you how to repair, maintain, and inspect diesel and construction equipment through a structured training program. You learn practical mechanical skills while supporting daily repair and maintenance tasks. As a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee, you will perform the following duties: - **Equipment Repair:** Assist with repairing and overhauling cars, trucks, and heavy equipment, including replacing parts and performing basic body repairs - **Preventative Maintenance:** Participate in routine servicing and adjustments to reduce wear and prevent equipment failure - **Mechanical Diagnostics:** Learn to complete diagnostics, tune-ups, tire changes, and system repairs on engines and vehicle components - **State Inspections:** Help complete safety and emissions inspections, road tests, and related inspection records - **Diagnostic Support:** Identify equipment problems and assist with selecting repair methods, tools, and parts - **Safety Practices:** Keep the work area clean and safe by using proper procedures, protective equipment, and hazard awareness **Work Schedule and Additional Information:** - Full-time employment - Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM or 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. (Shift will be determined by seniority). - This position 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 within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $48,802.00 (before taxes). - You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:** - 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. **Special Requirements:** - This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit or License 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. - All positions will require 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. **Additional Requirements:** - 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 on the first day of employment will be accepted in lieu of a permit. - This position requires operation of vehicles or equipment with a manual transmission within the six-month probationary period. - Mechanic Trainees are required to possess a basic set of tools, as a requirement to perform their job duties. Tools outside of this basic set are supplied by PennDOT as needed. - Employees may be required to obtain and maintain CDL endorsements and certifications necessary to operate…