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, Uniontown
825 North Gallatin Avenue Extension (Show on map)
Apr 14, 2025
THE POSITION Do not miss out on this opportunity to join the Department of Transportation! Engineering District 12-0 is actively seeking a committed professional to fill the position of Transportation Automotive Equipment Specialist. In this role, you will offer specialized technical advice and support for the upkeep and repair of fleet vehicles and highway maintenance equipment. Your contribution will not only enhance operational efficiency but also ensure the safety and reliability of the transportation systems we all depend on. Your journey towards influencing the future of transportation begins here! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will serve as the district equipment specialist, offering expert technical support for the upkeep and repair of fleet vehicles and highway maintenance equipment within the district and its county maintenance garages. You will also assist the district equipment manager by managing the certification and tracking of Transportation Equipment Operators, while overseeing the operations, servicing, and repairs of the vehicle and equipment fleet to ensure adherence to all applicable policies and standards. Your responsibilities include delivering classroom training and field instruction to equipment operators and seasonal workers. You will guide trainees through standard operating procedures using manuals, charts, and graphs to enhance the training program's effectiveness. Additionally, you will train operators on necessary preventative maintenance and repair techniques, as well as on identifying mechanical and operational issues. Coordination of all training efforts across the county will be done in collaboration with the equipment manager, assistant county managers, and foremen. You will document all training activities and work with the training coordinator to finalize certifications, ensuring that equipment operator certifications are conducted professionally and promptly after training completion. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in th e position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 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 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). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 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.