Automotive Mechanic

Are you looking for a Commonwealth career opportunity that utilizes your automotive knowledge and training? Do you enjoy keeping vehicles in prime condition? The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is seeking reliable Automotive Mechanics. If you want to play a vital role in supporting public safety by maintaining, inspecting, and repairing our fleet, then this is the position for you. Apply today!

As an Automotive Mechanic, you will perform annual state inspections for safety and emissions on state vehicles. You will complete inspection repairs, ensure compliance with state regulations, conduct road tests, and complete inspection stickers and related records. You will also perform preventative maintenance on both gas and diesel units including tune-ups, tires changes, transmission services, coolant flushes, and filter changes. This role requires completing most maintenance and repair actions independently and the ability to complete advanced diagnoses and upfitting. In addition, you will respond to requests for road service and repair, install suspension components, and replace brake, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems.

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
• 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.

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.

• You must be in possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• You must be in possession of a valid Class 1 Inspection Mechanic certificate or equivalent that allows inspection for Class 1 vehicles.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass criminal history and background investigations if you do not have a current Pennsylvania State Police background on file.
• 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.

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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.