Join Our Team
NFTA is seeking a skilled Garage Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain transit buses and related equipment. If you have strong mechanical aptitude, experience working on heavy vehicles, and enjoy solving complex mechanical issues, we encourage you to apply.
What You'll Do
- Inspect buses and identify mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and safety-related issues.
- Diagnose defects and determine appropriate repairs.
- Perform maintenance, repairs, adjustments, and component replacements.
- Conduct preventive maintenance to ensure vehicle reliability and safety.
- Operate shop equipment and vehicles safely.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Work independently while collaborating with supervisors and team members.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- New York State CDL Class B license or permit required.
- Passenger, Air Brake, and Towing endorsements required.
- Ability to obtain EPA Section 609 Refrigerant Certification.
- Ability to obtain Powered Industrial Vehicle (forklift) certification.
- Strong knowledge of vehicle systems, engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, and mechanical repair.
Preferred Skills
Experience in:
- Heavy-duty vehicle maintenance
- Diesel engines
- Power transmissions and gear trains
- Hydraulic systems
- Air brake systems
- Welding, cutting, and fabrication
- Vehicle electrical diagnostics
Skills Assessment
Candidates must successfully pass an Advanced Comprehensive Skills Test covering:
- Measurement and Hand Tools
- General Mechanical Knowledge
- Power Transmissions/Gear Trains
- Hydraulics
- Compressors and Air Conditioning Systems
- Heat Exchangers
- Vehicle Components
- Vehicle Engines
- Basic Electrical Systems
- Burning, Cutting, and Welding
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
- Lift up to 80 pounds.
- Bend, kneel, squat, crawl, climb ladders, and work under vehicles.
- Stand, walk, and perform physically demanding work throughout the shift.
- Work safely around moving vehicles, equipment, and shop hazards.
Work Environment
- Primarily indoor garage environment with some outdoor work.
- Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, fumes, chemicals, and varying weather conditions.
- Required use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Additional Information
This position is designated as Safety-Sensitive under federal regulations and is subject to required drug and alcohol testing.
Why NFTA?
- Stable public-sector employment
- Opportunity to work on a modern transit fleet
- Competitive benefits package
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Meaningful work serving the Western New York community
The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.84 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Diesel engine repair: 2 years (Required)
- Automotive electrical systems: 2 years (Required)
- Hydraulics: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
