Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4787103) Apply  Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Salary $44,890.00 - $67,678.00 Annually Location Crawford County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2025-16288-93130 Department Department of Conservation & Natural Resources Division CN Pymatuning St Prk Opening Date 01/15/2025 Closing Date 1/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 93130 Position Number 00060503 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit J1 Pay Group ST05 Bureau / Division Code 00386226 Bureau / Division CN Pymatuning State Park Worksite Address 2660 Williamsfield Road City Jamestown, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16134 Contact Name OA, CE Section Intake Division Contact Email Ra-OACEINTAKESEC@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are you experienced in diagnosing and repairing various types of equipment? If so, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has an opportunity that may interest you. We are looking for a talented Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic to become part of our vibrant team at Pymatuning State Park. In this essential role, you will help maintain and ensure the efficient operation of our diesel and construction equipment, supporting a range of projects and activities within the park. Apply now to join us in our mission to uphold high operational standards and keep our equipment ready for action, enhancing recreational activities and community enjoyment. DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of all vehicles and equipment at Pymatuning State Park. This encompasses executing skilled maintenance and repairs on park vehicles, including cars, trucks, tractors, various construction machinery, and mowing equipment. Additionally, you will oversee and guide other automotive and maintenance staff, such as Semi-skilled Laborers and Equipment Operators. 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=00060503) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment, 37.5 hour work week + Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 5 days a week. 7 day/week operation. + Weekends and holidays will be required + 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: + Successful completion of the commonwealth’s Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee program;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. Special Requirement: + This position requires possession of an active Class B Commercial Driver’s License. + This position requires an active Pennsylvania Class 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification on the first day of employment . Other Requirements: + You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: + You must pass a background investigation. 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. 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/testoncefor this posting. + Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. 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 an active Pennsylvania Class B Commercial Driver's License or equivalent? + Yes + No 02 If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below. 03 Necessary Special Requirement- Do you possess an active Class 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification? + Yes + No 04 If you answered yes, please attach a copy of the Inspection Mechanic Certification. 05 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee and successfully completed the program? + Yes + No 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. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 07 Do you possess one or more years of experience in the diagnosis and repair of diesel vehicles or equipment? + Yes + No 08 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 09 How many years of full-time, journey level mechanical experience in the diagnosis and repair of automobiles, heavy trucks, or construction equipment do you possess? + 2 or more years + 1 but less than 2 years + Less than 1 year + No experience 10 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 11 Have you completed a post high school technical training program in the automotive trades? + Yes + No 12 If you answered yes to this question, you must upload your certificate of completion for review in order to support this claim. Upload certificates using the "Attachments" tab on the left. Documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application. If you indicated you do not possess certification, type N/A in the text box below. 13 How much college level coursework have you completed in the automotive trades? If you are claiming credits/degree, 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 a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. + 60 or more credits + 30 but less than 60 credits + Less than 30 credits + None 14 CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . + Yes 15 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – REPORTING Logs preventative maintenance and repair information. Documents initial service requests. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience completing forms and reports. I was responsible for logging preventative maintenance and repair information and documenting initial service requests. + B. I have experience completing forms and reports. I was responsible for logging preventative maintenance and repair information; however, someone else was responsible for documenting initial service requests. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework in business writing, report writing, or English composition. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 16 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name of the employer where you gained this experience. + Details regarding your experience documenting initial service requests and reporting. + Your level of responsibility. 17 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 18 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Performs preventative maintenance and repairs to gas and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. Diagnoses problems with fuel injection systems; engines; cooling, suspension, and electrical systems; steering; exhaust and emission components; and other gas and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience diagnosing problems and performing preventative maintenance and repair tasks on gas and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. + B. I have experience performing preventative maintenance and repair tasks on gas and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment; however, someone else made the initial diagnosis of the problems. + C. I have college-level coursework in areas such as automotive diagnostic techniques, automotive technology, or vehicle maintenance and repair. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 19 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name of the employer where you gained this experience. + Details regarding your experience making an initial diagnosis of problems associated with gas and diesel powered vehicles and equipment. + Your level of responsibility. 20 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 21 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – SAFETY Completes work according to safety guidelines and ensures vehicles and equipment are clean, safe, and secure. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience following safety guidelines to ensure vehicles and equipment were clean and secure. I was also responsible for performing inspections to ensure the vehicles and equipment were safe to operate. + B. I have experience following safety guidelines to ensure vehicles and equipment were clean and secure. Someone else inspected the vehicles and equipment to ensure they were safe to operate. + C. I have college-level coursework in safety. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 22 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name of the employer where you gained this experience. + Details regarding your experience inspecting vehicles and equipment to ensure they were safe to operate. + Your level of responsibility. 23 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 24 WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – ORDERING PARTS Identifies the need for vehicle and equipment repair parts and preventative maintenance supplies. Orders parts and supplies as needed to ensure timely completion of work orders. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience identifying the need for vehicle and equipment repair parts and supplies. I was responsible for ordering both when required. + B. I have experience identifying the need for vehicle and equipment repair parts and supplies; however, someone else was responsible for ordering the parts and supplies, based on my request. + C. I have college-level coursework in procurement. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 25 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name of the employer where you gained this experience. + Details regarding your experience ordering vehicle and equipment repair parts and supplies. + Your level of responsibility. 26 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov