THE POSITION

Are you an experienced automotive mechanic looking for a rewarding new career opportunity? If so, the Department of Transportation has just the position for you! Pike County Maintenance Organization is seeking Winter Maintenance Automotive Mechanics! If you have the skill it takes to maintain and service the Commonwealth's fleet and ensure equipment is in operational condition, apply today to join the Pike County team!  

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Winter Automotive Mechanic,* *you will conduct skilled maintenance and repair of various vehicles, equipment, and parts to ensure that all fleet vehicles and equipment operates at peak efficiency and within department standards. The equipment is powered by gasoline or diesel engines. Repair and maintenance work is performed on hydraulic, electric, heating, cooling, exhaust systems, and manual and automatic transmissions. You will also perform state vehicle inspections for all assigned pieces of equipment that require it, complete required work orders, charges time accurately, and report all equipment accidents or damage immediately.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

*Work Schedule and Additional Information: *

• Full-time seasonal. employment.
• These are seasonal positions lasting from September through April, but there are frequent opportunities for promotion that include excellent benefits and career advancement. 
• Work hours are 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Winter shifts start in November and will be 4:00 am to 12:00 pm and 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with 30 minute lunch.
• 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.

   

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of experience in the automotive mechanic trade; or completion of an approved apprenticeship; or

• Possess any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

   

Necessary Special Requirements:

• Must possess a current and valid Pennsylvania Class C driver's license.

• This position requires employees to possess a valid Pennsylvania Class 1 Inspection Mechanic Certification on the first day of employment.

   

Additional Requirements: 

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

*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).
• 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

   

*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 intervi w 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.