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Automotive Mechanic - Susquehannock Forest District

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$41,506.00 - $61,927.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Coudersport
3150 East 2nd Street (Show on map)
Nov 02, 2026
Salary

$41,506.00 - $61,927.00 Annually

Location

Potter County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-61788-93110

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Fors Dstr #15

Opening Date

11/02/2026

Closing Date

11/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

93110

Position Number

00226338

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00388115

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Forestry, Forest District 15

Worksite Address

3150 East Second Street

City

Coudersport, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16915

Contact Name

Jesse Monroe

Contact Phone

814.274.3600

Contact Email

jmonroe@pa.gov


THE POSITION

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is looking for a skilled Automotive Mechanic to support the Susquehannock Forest District. This position offers the opportunity to maintain and repair the vehicles and equipment that keep essential operations running smoothly. You will use your mechanical knowledge to solve problems, respond to breakdowns, and help keep equipment ready for action. Make an impact while working in a dynamic outdoor-focused environment.


DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the operation of the Susquehannock Forest District by maintaining and repairing gasoline-powered vehicles and equipment. The work includes shop-based maintenance, field repairs, inspections, recordkeeping, and emergency response activities. As an Automotive Mechanic, you will perform the following duties:

  • Vehicle Maintenance: Repair and maintain gasoline-powered vehicles and equipment, including trucks, cars, vans, SUVs, ATVs, UTVs, snowmobiles, forklifts, and trailers
  • Field Repair Support: Respond to equipment breakdowns throughout the district and complete needed repairs at field locations
  • Inspection Services: Perform Pennsylvania State inspections and emissions testing on vehicles and equipment as required
  • Fleet Scheduling: Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules to help keep district vehicles operating safely and efficiently
  • Records And Reports: Maintain repair records, document completed work, and prepare required reports
  • Emergency Response: Assist with search and rescue activities, wildfire response, prescribed fire operations, and other emergencies based on training level

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 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
  • This position may be eligible for AWS (alternate work schedule).
  • 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.

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 be in possession of a current Class C 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.

Other Requirements:
  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.
  • All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.


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/test once for this posting.
  • Your results will be provided via email.

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