Automotive Mechanic - South Mountain Restoration Center

Posting number: CS-2026-55544-93110

Department: Department of Human Services

Division: HS So Mtn Rstrtn

Job classification: Automotive Mechanic

Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy

Categories: Trades

Summary

Are you seeking a role where your expertise in automotive repair supports an important mission as an Automotive Mechanic with the Department of Human Services? This job gives you the opportunity to work on a wide range of vehicles and equipment at South Mountain Restoration Center. You make sure critical systems stay functional and ready for use. Your skill and dedication help maintain a dependable fleet that serves staff and residents every day.

Examples of duties

This position focuses on maintaining and repairing vehicles and power equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation throughout the facility. As a Automotive Mechanic, you will perform the following duties:

• Vehicle Repair: Perform major and minor repairs on cars, trucks, and related equipment
• Inspection Work: Maintain a valid inspection license and check vehicles for compliance with inspection standards
• Equipment Maintenance: Repair transmissions, brakes, clutches, and other automotive components
• Fleet Upkeep: Overhaul vehicles, generators, and compressors as needed
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate service records for each vehicle
• Emergency Support: Respond to urgent equipment needs, especially during winter weather

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 7:30 AM to 3:30 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

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 possess a current and valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
• You must be in possession of a valid Class 1 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Certified 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.

Legal Requirements: 

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

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