Automotive Mechanic

THE POSITION

Are you ready to put your mechanical expertise to work in a rewarding career that makes a real impact? The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is seeking a talented Automotive Mechanic to join our team. In this vital role, you will perform specialized automotive work, including vehicle upfitting, new fleet processing, and the maintenance and repair of vehicles serving multiple state agencies. This is a great opportunity to showcase your technical skills, expand your professional experience, and support PSP's critical mission. Apply today and help keep our fleet mission ready!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will complete specialized vehicle upfitting for multiple agencies, including the installation of K-9 kennels, prisoner transport cages, gun racks, emergency lighting, tactical storage boxes, fire extinguisher brackets, decals, and both electric and manual slide systems. You will conduct advanced diagnostics and repairs on all major vehicle systems, including drivetrains, steering and suspension, braking systems, onboard computers, HVAC, fuel systems, and emissions components. Responsibilities include preparing new vehicles for departmental service, readying high-mileage vehicles for reassignment, and processing unserviceable vehicles for auction. Additionally, you will provide technical insight to support the research, design, and implementation of new or customized upfitting products. Your duties will include performing annual state safety and emissions inspections, completing necessary repairs to ensure regulatory compliance, and conducting preventative maintenance on both gas and diesel vehicles. This will include tune-ups, tire replacements, transmission servicing, coolant flushes, filter replacements, and oil changes in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and PSP maintenance standards.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Free parking is included with this position.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $40,685.00 (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:

• You must hold a current and valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
• You must be a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Certified Inspection Mechanic for Class 1 vehicles.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
  
  

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

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.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.