$40,685.00 - $60,714.00 Annually
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Department of Transportation
5/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
PennDOT Maintenance District 9-7, Somerset County
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THE POSITION
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The Department of Transportation, Engineering District 9-7 in Somerset County, is seeking a talented and dedicated Automotive Body Repairer to join its team full-time. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who take pride in high-quality automotive body work and want to contribute to the reliability and safety of the Commonwealth's transportation fleet. In this role, you will diagnose and repair vehicle body damage, refinish surfaces, and ensure that all work meets strict safety and quality standards. Your expertise will directly support the maintenance and performance of the vehicles and equipment that keep Somerset County's transportation network operating smoothly. If you are skilled, motivated, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and become an essential part of our mission.
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
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In this role, you will provide skilled automotive body repair services that help keep PennDOT's fleet safe, reliable, and ready to support critical transportation operations. Your expertise will ensure that vehicles and equipment are restored to high standards, extending their service life and maintaining the quality of the Commonwealth's transportation network.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver expert repair services for department vehicles and equipment, ensuring all body parts and glass are restored and refinished to extend their useful life.
- Address rusted or damaged automotive components using techniques such as welding, brazing, soldering, and applying epoxy or fiberglass.
- Evaluate whether components such as doors, fenders, and panels should be repaired or replaced, and perform partial or full replacements as needed.
- Replace broken windshields, side glass, and rear glass to maintain vehicle safety and functionality.
- Repair or replace damaged interior components, including seats, flooring, and other interior elements.
- Mix paints to match existing vehicle colors and apply finishes using a spray gun; clean and maintain all painting tools and equipment.
- Collaborate with supervisors, coworkers, and storeroom personnel to recommend ordering specialized parts and materials.
- Maintain accurate daily documentation of work performed, equipment serviced, time spent, and parts used to ensure proper recordkeeping.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the
position description
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Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Shift hours and days vary due to seasonal requirements, with a 30-minute lunch
- This position will require travel and overtime as needed.
- 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.
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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Two years of semiskilled experience in automotive body repair and painting in a commercial operation; or
- Completion of a high school vocational-technical program in automotive body repair from an accredited vocational trade school; or
- Completion of a post-secondary curriculum in automotive body repair from an accredited technical school.
Special Requirements:
- This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.
- This position is required to either possess at the time of hire, or obtain within the probationary period, an active CFC-12 Refrigerant Recycling Certificate or a 134A Refrigerant Recycling Certificate.
Additional Requirements:
- 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.
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EXAMINATION INFORMATION
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Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$40,685.00 - $60,714.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
Apr 22, 2026