Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee

  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • Pennsylvania
  • Full Time
Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee

This listing closes on 8/26/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Salary

$47,844.00 - $60,714.00 Annually

Location

Chester County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-31543

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Chester Co

Opening Date

08/13/2025

Closing Date

8/26/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Job Code

93129

Position Number

00161091

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00080620

Bureau / Division

Transportation, Chester County

Worksite Address

711 Ryan Boulevard

City

Coatesville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19320

Contact Name

Kathleen Harney-Clinton

Contact Email

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DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS

QUESTIONS

THE POSITION

Are you looking for an excellent opportunity to enhance your mechanical skills in a supportive environment while adhering to safety regulations and quality standards? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is currently looking for a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee to join the Chester County Maintenance Organization. As a trainee, you will gain hands-on experience by working closely with experienced mechanics, gaining invaluable insights into the maintenance and repair processes that keep our fleets operational and efficient. If you are eager to turn your passion for diesel mechanics into a rewarding career, we invite you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position involves participating in a comprehensive, hands-on training program under the supervision of managers and experienced staff, aimed at mastering a wide array of analytical, preventative maintenance, and repair tasks for construction equipment, trucks, and automobiles powered by gasoline or diesel engines. Your responsibilities will include performing automotive diagnostics, conducting tune-ups, changing tires, and repairing or replacing engine subassemblies.

Additionally, you will be tasked with adjusting and fixing various systems such as cooling, suspension, electrical, heating, and air-conditioning, while also maintaining critical components like fuel injection, brakes, steering, and transmission systems. Moreover, you will provide support in the repair or rebuilding of construction and shop equipment.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment.

Work hours are 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Two years as a Tradesman Helper (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)

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:

This position requires employees to possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit or License on the first day of employment.

This position requires 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.

This position requires 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.

This position 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.

Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
Job ID: 489547921
Originally Posted on: 8/15/2025

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