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Reference #: 4442795 THE POSITION Join our team today and embark on an exciting journey towards mastering the skills needed to maintain and repair a variety of construction equipment, trucks, and automobiles. With the support of experienced supervisors, managers, and fellow staff members, you will engage in a comprehensive on-the-job training program designed to equip you with the knowledge and expertise required to handle analytical tasks, preventive maintenance, and repair responsibilities for vehicles powered by gasoline or diesel engines. Do not miss out on this opportunity to kickstart your career in the automotive industry, apply now!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, your responsibilities will include skilled maintenance and repair work on a wide range of vehicles, construction equipment, and powered hand tools. You will not be responsible for diagnostic work on diesel equipment, rebuilding parts, or repairing the air brake system and diesel engine fuel injection system. Additionally, you will perform oil changes, mechanical diagnostics, tune-ups, tire changes, and repairs on various systems such as the engine, cooling system, suspension, electrical, heating and air conditioning, fuel, brake, steering, and drive-line systems. You will also conduct state safety and emissions inspections, ensuring repairs are compliant with specifications and completing all necessary paperwork. Furthermore, you will perform maintenance tasks on diesel equipment, including oil changes, filter replacements, and repairs on electrical, cooling, suspension, and drive-line systems. You may also be required to make minor repairs and provide preventive maintenance on equipment, as well as demonstrate repair techniques to other employees and assist in major repairs. Finally, you may need to provide emergency road service and perform maintenance and repairs in field environments when necessary.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Travel, overtime and shift work required.  Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs. 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: Two years as a Tradesman Helper (commonwealth title) 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.

Conditions of Employment: Certain positions may require employees to possess an active Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's Permit or License on the first day of employment. Certain positions may require employees to possess an active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations on the first day of employment. Employees may be required to obtain and maintain CDL endorsements and certifications necessary to operate specific pieces of equipment. All positions will require employees to obtain a valid Pennsylvania Class 1, 4, or 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification during the probationary period. Certain positions require operation of vehicles or equipment with a manual transmission. Certain positions will require employees to pass the Department of Transportation's New Mechanic Training course during the probationary period. This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.

Additional Requirement:

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). 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.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 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.