Automotive Body Repairer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Gaysport (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (Department of Transportation) seeks an Automotive Body Repairer in Blair County, PA. This full-time role repairs body, interior, and glass on department vehicles, helping keep transportation assets safe and reliable.

Key duties include body repair, part replacement, glass work, paint application, and meticulous documentation, with a 7:30 AM–3:30 PM, Monday–Friday schedule and seasonal adjustments.

Qualifications

• Two years of semiskilled automotive body repair and painting experience.
• High school vocational-technical program in automotive body repair completed.
• Post-secondary curriculum in automotive body repair completed.

Responsibilities

• Repair and restore body on department vehicles.
• Replace doors, fenders, seats, and flooring as needed.
• Install windshields and other glass.
• Mix paints, match colors, and apply coatings.
• Document work performed, parts used, and time.
• Maintain safe, clean work area and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Automotive repair

Painting

Motor vehicle license

Education

High school vocational-technical program in automotive body repair

Post-secondary curriculum in automotive body repair

Job description

Job Details

• Salary: $41,506.00 - $61,927.00 Annually
• Location: Blair County, PA
• Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
• Job Number: N-2026-58944
• Department: Department of Transportation
• Division: TR Blair Co
• Opening Date: 09/22/2026
• Closing Date: 10/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
• Job Code: 93080
• Position Number: 00168533
• Union: AFSCME
• Bargaining Unit: J1
• Pay Group: ST04
• Bureau / Division Code: 00080920
• Bureau / Division: PennDOT Maintenance District 9-2, Blair County
• Worksite Address: 1598 N. Juniata Street
• City: Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania
• Zip Code: 16648
• Contact Name: Amanda Ehredt
• Contact Phone: [phone]
• Contact Email: [e-mail]

Become an Automotive Body Repairer with the Department of Transportation and take pride in work that supports communities across the state! Each day brings new challenges that let you grow your skills and learn advanced repair techniques. You will work in a positive environment that values your contributions. Build a meaningful career focused on quality and service!

Description of Work

This position focuses on repairing and restoring the body, interior, and glass components of department vehicles and equipment. It plays a key role in maintaining safe and reliable transportation assets. As an Automotive Body Repairer, you will perform the following duties:

• Body Repair: Restore damaged or rusted auto equipment
• Component Replacement: Replace or repair vehicle parts such as doors, fenders, seats, and flooring
• Glass Work: Install new windshield, side, or rear glass
• Paint Application: Mix paints, match colors, and apply coatings to equipment
• Documentation: Record completed work, serviced equipment, time spent, and parts used
• Safety Practices: Maintain a clean work area and follow all safety procedures

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 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Hours may vary with seasonal requirements.
• 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 of semiskilled experience in automotive body repair and painting in a commercial operation; or
• Completion of a high school vocational-technical program in automotive body repair from an accredited vocational trade school; or
• Completion of a post-secondary curriculum in automotive body repair from an accredited technical school.

Special Requirements:

• All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.