Automotive Mechanic

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pipersville (PA); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation in Bucks County is seeking an Automotive Mechanic to keep vehicles and equipment running safely and efficiently. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of vehicles and powered tools and perform safety inspections.

The role requires four years of automotive experience or an approved apprenticeship, a PA Class C license, and a Class 1 Inspection Mechanic certificate (or equivalent).

Formación

• Four years of experience in the automotive mechanic trade or completion of an approved apprenticeship.
• Possession of a PA Class C driver's license.
• Class 1 Inspection Mechanic certificate (or equivalent) required or obtainable after hire.
• Own toolbox and basic tool set required.

Responsabilidades

• Repair cars, trucks, tractors, construction equipment, and powered hand tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance including oil changes, diagnostics, and tune-ups.
• Conduct safety inspections and emissions forms; road-test vehicles.
• Service diesel equipment and related systems.
• Make routine field adjustments and assist with major repairs.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow safety procedures.

Conocimientos

Automotive mechanic experience

Educación

Apprenticeship completion

Descripción del empleo

Salary: $49,819.00 - $61,927.00 Annually

Location: Bucks County, PA

Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number: N-2026-60494

Department: Department of Transportation

Division: TR Bucks Co

Opening Date: 10/16/2026

Closing Date: 10/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code: 93110

Position Number: 00163932

Union: AFSCME

Bargaining Unit: J1

Pay Group: ST04

Bureau / Division Code: 00080610

Bureau / Division: Transportation, Bucks County

Worksite Address: 6160 Potters Lane

City: Pipersville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code: 18947

Contact Name: Denise Walter

Contact Email: [e-mail]

THE POSITION

Grow your mechanical career in a job that keeps essential equipment running strong. The Department of Transportation is seeking an Automotive Mechanic in Bucks County who enjoys solving problems and working with many types of vehicles. This role provides meaningful work that supports safe and reliable transportation. Bring your skills to a team that depends on your expertise every day.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position performs skilled maintenance and repair on vehicles, construction equipment, and powered tools to support safe and efficient transportation operations. The work ensures that equipment stays in reliable condition for daily use across the county. As an Automotive Mechanic, you will perform the following duties:

• Vehicle Repairs: Repair cars, trucks, tractors, construction equipment, and powered hand tools
• Preventive Maintenance: Carry out oil changes, diagnostics, tune-ups, and system repairs on engines and components
• State Inspections: Perform safety and emissions inspections, complete forms, and road test vehicles
• Diesel Work: Service diesel equipment including filters, water pumps, gaskets, and related systems
• Field Adjustments: Make routine adjustments, demonstrate repair techniques, and assist with major repairs
• Safety Practices: Maintain a clean work area, follow safety procedures, and report injuries or hazards immediately

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.
• Work hours are subject to change based on operational needs.
• 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 $49,819 (before taxes).
• 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:

• Four years of experience in the automotive mechanic trade; or completion of an approved apprenticeship; or
• Any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a current and valid Pennsylvania Class C driver's license.
• This position requires possession of a valid Class 1 Inspection Mechanic certificate or equivalent that allows inspection for Class 1 vehicles.
• This position will require possession of a CFC-12 Refrigerant Recycling Certificate and a 134A Refrigerant Recycling Certificate, which can be obtained after hire.

Additional Requirements:

• You must provide your own mechanics toolbox and basic tool set.
• 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.