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Automotive Mechanic
Job Code:2025-FLEET-001
Department:Fleet
Employment Type:Regular Full Time
RepresentationDC33
Salary Range$60,862-$74,450 Salary Negotiable based on Exp
  

General Description:

The Philadelphia Parking Authority is seeking qualified individuals to fill the Automotive Mechanic vacancies in the Fleet Operations department. The Auto Mechanic is responsible for Maintaining all PPA vehicles and equipment, including performing all state inspections and emission testing. Mechanics work at the direction of the Fleet Manager, Deputy Manager, and Head Supervisor.

Principal Duties:

  • Perform all state and emission testing on PPA vehicles according to Pa state automotive rules and regulations.
  • Conduct routine repairs on all PPA vehicles and equipment with safety being a priority which may include but not limited to engine, transmission, rears, computer, and module diagnoses. Which will help meet the functionality and longevity of each.
  • Make sure all PPA vehicles and equipment meet all State and Federal regulations.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Advanced knowledge of both hand tools and power tools including diagnostic scanners.
  • Knowledge of the City of Philadelphia.
  • Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and the ability to understand and follow oral and written descriptions

Minimum Acceptable Training, Experience, and Education:

  • High School Degree or equivalent
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Minimum of three (3) years of automotive experience and advanced knowledge of automobiles and off-road equipment.
  • CDL, PA State Inspection, and PA Emission License.
  • Must obtain class 7 inspection license with in the first year of employment.

Working Hours: Schedule: TBD

Selection Criteria:

Internal Applicants:

  • 50% - ASSESSMENT TEST, (COMPUTERIZED)
  • 100% - ORAL INTERVIEW,
  • 05% - ATTENDANCE,
  • 10% - LATEST ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Applicants who have at least ten (10) years of service will have four (4) points added to their total score. Applicants who achieve a combined score of36 points from the assessment test, employee evaluation and attendance,based on the weight each category is given, will be invited to the oral interview phase of the process. Only those applicants with a combined total score of 70 will be placed on the eligibility list.

External Applicants:

  • 100% - ORAL INTERVIEW

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR THE SELECTION PROCESS.