Power Plant Mechanic C: Diesel Engines

Borough of Chambersburg; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Borough of Chambersburg in Chambersburg, PA, seeks a Classification GSM-C to maintain and operate large diesel engine/generator sets and related equipment at generation facilities and substations. The role reports to the Electric Supply Supervisor and offers steady shifts 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Requires basic knowledge of power plant equipment, diesel engines, and the ability to follow maintenance schedules. This safety‑sensitive position emphasizes reliability, documentation, and progression

Qualifications

• Requires a basic knowledge of power plant equipment, diesel engines, and the use of manuals, charts, specifications, and precision measuring instruments.
• Acceptable level of formal diesel mechanic technical schooling required.
• Equivalent to 1 to 3 years of applied training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating priorities, analyze equipment malfunctions, diagnose, and perform repairs.
• Assist in various repair operations to motors and related equipment; ensure safety and compliance.
• Maintain logs and records required by governmental agencies; assist with inventory control.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Borough of Chambersburg in Chambersburg, PA, seeks a Classification GSM-C to maintain and operate large diesel engine/generator sets and related equipment at generation facilities and substations. The role reports to the Electric Supply Supervisor and offers steady shifts 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Requires basic knowledge of power plant equipment, diesel engines, and the ability to follow maintenance schedules. This safety‑sensitive position emphasizes reliability, documentation, and progression