Automotive Mechanic

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Automotive Mechanic

Salary

$39,003.00 - $58,211.00 Annually

Location

Washington County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2024-82376

Department

Pennsylvania State Police

Division

SP Stf Srvs Unt Washington

Opening Date

04/23/2024

Closing Date

5/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

93110

Position Number

00227343

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00201211

Bureau / Division

Troop B, Washington

Worksite Address

150 State Route 519

City

Eighty Four, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15330

Contact Name

PSP Human Resource Civilian Placement

Contact Email

RA-SPSPCIVILPLCMT@pa.gov

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a rewarding career in the field of automobile repair? The Pennsylvania State Police is searching for a motivated, skilled, and knowledgeable Automotive Mechanic to join our dynamic team of professionals. In this position, you perform automotive mechanic work in the maintenance and repair of department vehicles, equipment, and parts. If this opportunity aligns with your skills and interests, we encourage you to submit your application today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Automotive Mechanic with the Pennsylvania State Police, you will perform repair and replacement of suspension components, various brake systems, electrical systems, cooling systems, engine repair, and fuel systems. In this position, you will also perform annual state inspections for safety and emissions on vehicles. By performing inspection repairs, you will ensure compliance with specifications. Additionally, you will road test vehicles and complete inspection stickers and related records and reports.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00227343) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment (37.5-hour work week)

• 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. Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $39,003.00 (before taxes).

• 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:

• Four years of experience in the automotive mechanic trade; or completion of an approved apprenticeship; or

• Any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.

  Special Requirements:

• This position requires employees to hold a current and valid Pennsylvania Class C driver's license for operation of specific equipment, in order to meet operational needs.

• This position requires employees to hold a Class 1 Certified Inspection Mechanic Certificate .

  Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

  Legal Requirement:

• You must pass criminal history and background investigations.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Necessary Special Requirement- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

• Yes

• No

  02

  If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If no, please type N/A in the text box below.

  03

  Necessary Special Requirement- Do you possess an active Class 1 Inspection Mechanic certificate or equivalent that allows inspection for Class 1 vehicles?

• Yes

• No

  04

  If you answered yes to the above question, please attach a copy of your Inspection Mechanic Certification (PA Automotive Inspection License). If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

  05

  How many years of full-time experience do you possess in the automotive mechanic trade?

• A. 4 years or more

• B. 3 but less than 4 years

• C. 2 but less than 3 years

• D. 1 but less than 2 years

• E. Less than 1 year

• F. None

  06

  If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. This employer, and a description of the experience, must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like it to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

  07

  Have you completed an approved automotive mechanic trade apprenticeship?

• Yes

• No

  08

  If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please list where you completed this apprenticeship, and the specific duties you performed, as supported in the work experience section of your application. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

  09

  Have you completed any post-high school training in the automotive trades?

If you are claiming credits/training, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov