Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic

Full Job Description

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Allegheny County Maintenance Organization, is seeking skilled and motivated individuals to join our team as Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanics.

This critical role helps keep our highways and bridges safe by ensuring the reliability of the equipment that supports daily maintenance and emergency operations.

We offer a collaborative, supportive work environment where innovation, teamwork, and professional growth are truly valued.

Whether you are an experienced mechanic or a dedicated professional looking to expand your skills, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Your expertise in repair and maintenance will help keep our fleet running smoothly and our communities connected.

Join our mission-driven team and take pride in work that directly benefits residents and visitors across Allegheny County. Step into a role where your dedication is recognized and your contributions matter—apply today and help keep our transportation network strong.

Requirements

In this role, you will perform a wide range of mechanical and analytical tasks to keep a diverse fleet of construction equipment, trucks, and gasoline- or diesel-powered vehicles operating safely and efficiently.

You will service multiple systems, carry out preventative maintenance, complete repairs, and ensure all work is documented accurately.

Success in this position requires strong diagnostic skills, sound mechanical judgment, and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment for yourself, your team, and equipment operators.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing preventative maintenance and repairs on construction equipment, trucks, and gasoline/diesel vehicles
• Servicing hydraulic, electrical, heating, cooling, and exhaust systems
• Working on both manual and automatic transmissions
• Conducting state vehicle inspections for all applicable equipment
• Completing accurate work orders and documenting time spent on each task
• Reporting equipment incidents, malfunctions, or damage promptly
• Identifying proper repair procedures for heavy machinery and making necessary mechanical adjustments
• Maintaining a safe work environment and following all safety protocols

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 a 30-minute lunch.
• Travel, overtime, and shift work are required, and work hours may change based on seasonal needs, weather conditions, and operational demands.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $55,492.00 (before taxes).
• 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 Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) and Manual Transmission (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 employment.
• This position requires an active Pennsylvania Class 1, Class 4, or Class 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 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).

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.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.

Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.