Auto Mechanic Position Available In Allegheny, Pennsylvania

Job SummaryThe ACAA’s Auto Mechanic will report to the Fleet Manager and assumes responsibility for the maintenance and repair of trucks, buses, automobiles, Fire Trucks & Equipment, Police & Emergency response vehicles & equipment, tractors, mowers, multi-function snow removal equipment and other similar equipment.

Here is how the Auto Mechanic will help:

• Determine repairs required by road testing and use of diagnostic equipment
• Repair vehicles and replace defective parts within an allotted time
• Perform engine tune-ups
• Develop or participate in the job safety analysis procedures
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Work safely and abide by all ACAA safety guidelines
• Maintain good working relations with management and co-workers, representing the ACAA in a professional manner at all times
• Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.

QualificationsRequirements to apply for role of Auto Mechanic are

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of a recognized mechanical apprenticeship in the craft or equivalent training at an accredited trade or technical school, or military training
• Five years’ experience in the auto and heavy truck mechanic field
• Possession of a Pennsylvania CDL license, Class “A” or “B.” License must be maintained throughout employment
• Required to maintain the following licenses and certifications as a condition of employment:
• PA State Emission Testing Certification
• PA CDL License (Class A or B)
• PA State Inspection License
• Air conditioning Certification
• Must provide his/her own personal hand tools and protective footwear (safety shoes).We also expect that candidates will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in most cases:
• Proficient and experienced in the repair and maintenance of the following:1. Engines
• Diesel and Gasoline2. Automatic transmissions.3. Front ends and alignments4. Manual transmissions and differentials5. Mechanical and pneumatic brakes.6. Electrical systems.7. Heating and air-conditioning systems.8. Hydraulic systems.9. Body work, painting and fabrication10. Burning, brazing and welding11. Electric Vehicle experience preferred
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and techniques of safety precautions and injury prevention programs
• Ability to do all paperwork related to the job such as but not limited to Pennsylvania state inspections, emissions, ledgers and scheduling
• Ability to read and write English
• Must be able to work overtime, including weekends

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

Don’t meet every requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. As a Smarter Airport, we recognize that talent is not always related job history and skills come from valuable experiences that aren’t always shown on a resume. If you are excited to make a positive change for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You ma be the right candidate for our organization, whether it be this role or another.

Caring For Our CrewAt ACAA, we’ve got you covered. That applies to how we equip, empower, and enable our people to do their jobs. It also applies to our benefits, which are broader and more valuable than what many other employers offer

• We offer two plan options for healthcare coverage from high-quality insurance carriers, as well as an ACAA-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that will help offset the cost of many medical expenses.
• ACAA employees pay almost $1,200 less per year in healthcare payroll contributions than the average employee in other companies, according to market surveys.
• When HRA funding is included, the health-plan deductibles paid by ACAA employees are about $1,200 lower on average than the costs paid by employees of other companies.
• ACAA does not require that employees meet a separate deductible for pharmacy expenses before prescription-drug coverage kicks in.
• ACAA’s dental plans (included with healthcare coverage) offer an option covering children’s orthodontia
• Employees also can take advantage of a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to help pay for health care and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis
• All eligible full-time ACAA employees participate in the Allegheny County Employees Pension Plan, a defined-benefit plan that vests after 10 years of service
• Employees also may participate in a Deferred Compensation Plan, which allows them to contribute part of their pay on a pre-tax basis into long-term retirement investments
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (including access to free counselling sessions, financial guidance, and care coordination), life insurance options, a wellness program, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program round out ACAA’s exemplary benefits.
• Employees may enroll their children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age in our on-site preschool and childcare center, La Petite Academy, at Pittsburgh International Airport.

About Allegheny County Airport AuthorityAllegheny County Airport Authority, which manages Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Allegheny County Airport (AGC), is committed to transforming Pittsburgh’s airports to reflect and serve the community, inspire the industry, and advance the region’s role as a world leader. Pittsburgh International Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers annually on 17 carriers and was named by Fast Company magazine as One of the Most Innovative Companies in the World as well as a finalist in its World Changing Ideas awards, both in 2020. PIT’s first-of-its-kind microgrid

• which completely powers the airport campus through natural gas and solar energy
• has won numerous awards for resiliency and sustainability.