Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanic Trainee — Full-Time

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) invites applications for a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee. You will learn to diagnose, maintain, and repair a range of vehicles and heavy equipment through guided training and hands-on practice.

Responsibilities include repairing equipment, performing preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and supporting inspections while maintaining safety and accurate records.

Formación

• Two years as a Tradesman Helper in the automotive field or equivalent experience.
• Graduate from a post-high school diesel technology curriculum at an accredited school.
• Equivalents of experience and training may be considered.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with repairing cars, trucks and heavy equipment, identifying issues and helping replace parts.
• Participate in routine preventative maintenance to keep vehicles and equipment in safe condition.
• Help with tune-ups, tire changes, and repairs to cooling, suspension, electrical, and fuel systems.
• Support the inspection process by performing repairs, road tests, and completing forms.
• Follow safety procedures and help maintain a clean, hazard-free work area.
• Maintain equipment records and prepare written and oral reports of findings.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Educación

Two years as Tradesman Helper in automotive field

Post-high-school diesel technology curriculum graduate

Equivalent combination of experience/training

Herramientas

Heavy equipment diagnostics tools

Repair tools

Descripción del empleo

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) invites applications for a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee. You will learn to diagnose, maintain, and repair a range of vehicles and heavy equipment through guided training and hands-on practice.

Responsibilities include repairing equipment, performing preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and supporting inspections while maintaining safety and accurate records.