PennDOT CDL Operator - Transportation Equipment Operator A
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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PennDOT Summer Tradesman Helper (Seasonal)
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Department of Transportation
Location
Pennsylvania, 17120
Salary
From $18.46
per hour
Type
Seasonal
More Other jobs →Closes
April 1, 2026
SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This seasonal job at the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation involves helping with hands-on maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and buildings in Allegheny County, such as fixing tires, changing fluids, and assisting with repairs.
It's a full-time summer role from 7 AM to 3 PM, Monday through Friday, where you'll work under supervision but use your own judgment on tasks.
A good fit would be someone reliable and handy with tools who enjoys physical work and wants temporary experience in public service.
Key Requirements
- Ability to perform routine maintenance on automotive fleet equipment, including changing light bulbs, hoses, clamps, filters, tires, batteries, and checking fluid levels
- Assist mechanics with complex repairs on engines, heating/cooling systems, transmissions, clutches, brakes, hydraulic systems, and basic body work
- Support storeroom operations by retrieving parts as needed
- Maintain and repair buildings and grounds
- Work under general supervision, exercise independent judgment on repair needs and methods based on work orders
- Provide daily updates to supervisor on equipment status and notify upon task completion
- Be available for seasonal full-time schedule: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday-Friday, no telework
Full Job Description
Are you a versatile individual with a range of skills? If so, consider showcasing your expertise as a seasonal Tradesman Helper at the Department of Transportation in Allegheny County. In this role, you will play a vital part in the daily operations of equipment and building maintenance. Do not miss this fantastic opportunity to become a member of our dynamic team—apply today!
Requirements
In this position, you will undertake a range of responsibilities that include performing routine maintenance on automotive fleet equipment, such as changing light bulbs, hoses, clamps, filters, and tires, as well as replacing or recharging batteries and checking fluid levels.
You will also assist mechanics with more complex repairs, including engine rebuilds, heating and cooling systems, transmissions, clutches, brake systems, and hydraulic systems, along with conducting basic body repair work.
Additionally, you will support the storeroom operations by retrieving parts as necessary and contribute to the maintenance and repair of the building and grounds.
Working under general supervision, you will exercise independent judgment regarding repair needs and methods after receiving work orders that outline specific issues.
It is essential to provide daily updates to your supervisor on the status of the equipment you are responsible for and to promptly inform them when a task is completed.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Seasonal full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - 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
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).
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.
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