Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2026-47940 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM APRIL 22, 2026 TO MAY 1, 2026.  PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s Butler County Maintenance Organization is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanics. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to support the maintenance of our county’s highways and bridges, helping ensure safe and reliable travel for the public. We foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where teamwork and innovation are valued. If you take pride in your mechanical expertise and are committed to keeping essential equipment operating at peak performance, we encourage you to explore this position. Join a mission-driven organization that recognizes the importance of its employees and the vital impact they have on the community. Make a difference in Butler County—apply today and help maintain the equipment that keeps our roadways strong and our communities connected.

In this role, you will perform a variety of analytical and mechanical tasks, including preventive maintenance and repair work on a diverse fleet of construction equipment, trucks, and automobiles powered by gasoline and diesel engines. Your responsibilities will include servicing hydraulic, electrical, heating, cooling, and exhaust systems, as well as both manual and automatic transmissions. You will also conduct state vehicle inspections on applicable equipment, ensure work orders are completed accurately, and document the time spent on each assignment. Promptly reporting any incidents or equipment damage is essential. To be successful, you must be able to identify proper repair procedures for heavy machinery and apply the necessary mechanical adjustments to achieve safe and effective results. Maintaining a safe work environment for yourself, your shop colleagues, and equipment operators is a critical component of this position.

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.
• Travel, overtime, and shift work required. Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs. 
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $55,492.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the commonwealth’s Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of journey level mechanic experience in the diagnosis and repair of automobiles, heavy trucks, or construction equipment, which includes one year of experience in the diagnosis and repair of diesel vehicles or equipment; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

• Must possess an active Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• This position requires possession of an active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations on the first day of employment.
• This position requires employees to possess a valid Pennsylvania Class 1, 4, or 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification on the first day of employment.  
• This position requires possession of an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N).
• This position requires employees to pass the Department of Transportation’s New Mechanic Training course during the probationary period.

Additional Requirements:

• This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.
• 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.  
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.

Salary : $55,492 - $69,203