Auto Mechanic

The Allegheny County Airport Authority [ACAA] invites you aboard our mission to create meaningful travel
experiences in the aviation industry. As Pittsburgh’s gateway to the world, both Pittsburgh International
Airport and Allegheny County Airport serve as beacons of change and connectivity for our region. As a
member of our crew, you will directly serve, inspire, and advance our community in significant ways that
impact the daily lives of others and the future of our organization. Whether you have a passion for travel,
an appreciation for aeronautics and aviation, or an unparalleled love for the city of Pittsburgh, ACAA
provides the opportunity for the next chapter of your career to take flight.
Our culture is one that emphasizes high performance, innovation, and learning. We know that those
things only happen when everyone who works in an organization is properly empowered, equipped, and
enabled in their roles to make an impact. At ACAA success is a shared responsibility, and we look forward
to supporting and developing the unique strengths you could bring to our team.

Job Summary
The 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.
Qualifications
Requirements 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 (preferred)
• 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:

oPA State Emission Testing Certification
oPA CDL License (Class A or B)
oPA State Inspection License
oAir 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:
• Engines – Diesel and Gasoline Automatic transmissions. Front ends and alignments Manual
transmissions and differentials Mechanical and pneumatic brakes. Electrical systems. Heating
and air-conditioning systems. Hydraulic systems. Body work, painting and fabrication Burning,
brazing and welding 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.
CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions
and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals,
extreme heat, and vibration.. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The noise
level in the work environment is usually very loud. Employee may be assigned to additional shifts,
which encompass a twenty-four hour day, seven day per week operation, including holidays. Subject to
remain on duty beyond assigned working hours to provide assistance during emergency situations, peak
periods or extenuating circumstances.