Transportation Automotive Equipment Specialist

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$50,836.00 - $77,321.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Hollidaysburg
1620 North Juniata Street (Show on map)
Feb 26, 2025
THE POSITION Engineering District 9-0 is on the lookout for a dedicated individual to join their team as a full-time Transportation Automotive Equipment Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact in your community and beyond. By applying today, you can become part of a dynamic environment where your contributions will help influence and enhance the infrastructure that shapes our daily lives. DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will act as the District Equipment Specialist, supporting the District Equipment Manager in delivering specialized technical assistance for the Department's Equipment Preventative Maintenance Program, along with its associated policies and procedures. Your responsibilities will include offering guidance and technical support to Mechanic Supervisors, Mechanics, Operator Instructors, and Equipment Operators, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, programs, and standards. You will also engage in both formal and informal Preventative Maintenance Quality Assurance inspections, contributing to the identification of trends and anomalies while preparing relevant documentation and reports. Additionally, you will provide advice to District and County personnel regarding the implementation of proper equipment maintenance and repair practices in accordance with PUB177, the Equipment Maintenance and Management Policies Manual. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 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: Three years of journey level experience in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel powered heavy construction and maintenance equipment;or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirements: This position requires possession of a valid Class A or B Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License with the Air Brake (L) restriction removed. This position requires possession of a valid Class 4 or 7 Pennsylvania Inspection Mechanic Certification. This position requires one year or experience or training in the repair or maintenance of diesel engines. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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. EXAMINATION INFORMATION Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.