Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanic Trainee

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Upper Leacock Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania recruits for a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee. You will learn to diagnose, maintain, and repair a range of vehicles and equipment under guided training, building hands-on expertise to support safer transportation infrastructure.

The program covers repairs, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, inspections, and proper tool use, with emphasis on safety and following procedures. Evening/weekend travel and on-site work are possible as positions require.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a post-high school diesel technology curriculum or equivalent.
• Two years as a Tradesman Helper or equivalent experience in automotive field.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Learn Repairs: Participate in repairing cars, trucks, and heavy equipment
• Support Diagnostics: Assist with identifying mechanical problems and needed repairs
• Perform Maintenance: Carry out preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment
• Complete Inspections: Help perform official safety and emissions inspections
• Use Tools Safely: Learn proper techniques for using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Maintain Work Area: Keep assigned workspace clean and follow safety procedures

Skills

Diagnose and repair vehicles

Maintenance planning

Safety practices

Education

Diesel technology curriculum

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania recruits for a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee. You will learn to diagnose, maintain, and repair a range of vehicles and equipment under guided training, building hands-on expertise to support safer transportation infrastructure.

The program covers repairs, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, inspections, and proper tool use, with emphasis on safety and following procedures. Evening/weekend travel and on-site work are possible as positions require.