Diesel & Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee: Hands-On Career

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Fairview Township (York County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is hiring a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The role focuses on learning diagnostic, maintenance, and repair skills for trucks and construction equipment while working with seasoned professionals.

You will engage in preventive maintenance, inspections, and hands-on repairs, with guidance on safety procedures and documentation as you progress through a structured training program.

Qualifications

• Two years as a Tradesman Helper in automotive work.
• Graduation from a post-high school diesel technology curriculum.
• Equivalently, an acceptable combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with equipment repairs and overhauls on cars, trucks and heavy equipment.
• Support preventive maintenance to keep vehicles and machinery safe and reliable.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify issues and suggest repair methods.
• Participate in safety and emissions inspections and recordkeeping.
• Maintain a clean, safe workshop and proper use of PPE.
• Document findings and report maintenance information clearly.

Skills

Tradesman Helper experience

Automotive field experience

Problem-solving skills

Education

Post-high school diesel tech curriculum

Equivalent mix of experience/training

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is hiring a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The role focuses on learning diagnostic, maintenance, and repair skills for trucks and construction equipment while working with seasoned professionals.

You will engage in preventive maintenance, inspections, and hands-on repairs, with guidance on safety procedures and documentation as you progress through a structured training program.