Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic - Michaux Forest District, Franklin County

Full Job Description

The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) is on the lookout for a dedicated transportation expert to fill the position of Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic at the Michaux Forest District.

This role is primarily centered on the routine maintenance and servicing of a diverse array of equipment utilized across our facilities.

If you possess a strong commitment to your repair and maintenance expertise, coupled with a genuine enthusiasm for ensuring that machinery operates efficiently, we invite you to join our team.

As part of a mission-driven organization, you will be valued for your contributions and recognized for the essential role you play in supporting the community.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in Franklin County while ensuring the reliable operation of the critical equipment that sustains our forestlands.

Requirements

In this position, you will oversee the upkeep and repair of a diverse fleet of motorized vehicles owned by the state and those classified as Federal Excess. This includes a wide range of vehicles such as passenger cars, light and heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and tractors, as well as diesel-powered construction equipment like bulldozers, graders, and front-end loaders. Additionally, your responsibilities will extend to the maintenance and repair of small gasoline engines, which power equipment such as pumps, chainsaws, power pruners, and lawn mowers. It is essential to maintain precise records of all services performed, repairs conducted, and associated costs to ensure accountability and efficiency in operations.

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 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday; 7:00 AM to 4:15 PM, Monday - Thursday; OFF Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.
  

Qualifications

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 Requirement:

• This position requires possession of an active Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• This position requires an active Pennsylvania Inspection Mechanic Certification on the first day of employment .

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• 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.

Additional Information

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.