Mechanic Supervisor

The Department of Transportation is currently looking to hire a Mechanic Supervisor to oversee a team of licensed and skilled automotive and diesel mechanics. This role is crucial as it involves managing the maintenance and repair operations of a diverse fleet that includes construction equipment, trucks, automobiles, and various hand tools. The Mechanic Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring that all mechanics perform their duties effectively, which encompass a range of tasks from analytical assessments to preventative maintenance and repairs. This position not only requires technical expertise but also strong leadership skills to guide the team in maintaining the operational efficiency and safety of the fleet.

In this position, the equipment operates using gasoline or diesel engines, necessitating hands-on guidance for the repair and maintenance of various systems, including hydraulic, electrical, heating, cooling, and exhaust systems, as well as both manual and automatic transmissions. The employee is responsible for supervising the mechanics who conduct state vehicle inspections, ensuring that work orders are completed accurately, monitoring the time allocated for repairs, and compiling reports on any incidents of equipment accidents or damage. This role involves assessing the necessary repairs for the equipment and directing the team to implement those repairs effectively. Additionally, the employee evaluates the skill levels of subordinate staff, providing recommendations for necessary training and identifying opportunities for enhancing overall performance within the team.

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

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.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of journey level mechanical experience in the diagnosis and repair of automobiles, heavy trucks, or construction equipment; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

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.