Position Title: Mechanic
Status: Represented - Transport Workers Union, Local 223
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Maintenance
Wage: $30.46 - $33.23 + 4%-night premium, if applicable
Schedule: Must be able to work all shifts: mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and split shifts.
Metro connects people, places, and opportunities through quality transit services. As a Full-Time Heavy-Duty Bus Technician, you'll enjoy training, competitive compensation, and a stellar benefits package while making a difference in your community. This is a safety sensitive position subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) random drug and alcohol testing.
Mechanic Qualifications:
- 2+ years of professional Heavy Duty Mechanic, Bus Mechanic, or Diesel Technician experience.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and excellent driving record to meet insurance standards.
- Possess or have the ability to complete company provided Class B CDL training in 90 days. Must maintain Class B CDL at all times of employment.
- Must pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical, back screen, drug screen, and complete a background check.
- Must possess stable and verifiable work history, with exceptional record of attendance and punctuality.
- Possess knowledge of fleet maintenance procedures.
- Possess basic computer skills necessary including use of Microsoft Word & Excel.
- Possess necessary tools and ability to use a variety of shop tools and equipment.
- Ability to work independently and possess strong attention to detail.
- Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and stand for long periods of time on concrete surfaces.
- Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
- Must be able to lift 75 lbs.
Mechanic Essential Duties:
- Utilize heavy duty mechanic knowledge, skills, and ability to maintain transit bus fleet.
- Perform vehicle inspections, overhauls, major and minor repairs, as well as monitoring/completing on-going regular scheduled maintenance.
- Ensure fleet vehicles are in safe, working order when placed in service, and free of mechanical defects.
- Diagnose/troubleshoot all major component groups, including air-conditioning systems.
- Respond to road-calls and troubleshoot in the field.
- Proficient use of diagnostic equipment.
- Utilize proficient and effective time management skills in performing assigned tasks.
- Perform metal and fiberglass fabrication.
- Adhere to all safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain a safe work environment and clean work area.
- Regular and predictable attendance according to the position’s approved work schedule.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Mechanic Benefits:
- Low-cost employee contributions for individual and family group health, vision, and dental insurance
- Company paid life insurance.
- Company paid short term and long-term disability insurance.
- Pre-tax payroll deduction for flexible spending account
- Ten paid holidays per year
- Paid vacations.
- Annual uniform allowance
- Pension plan
- 457(b) retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Complimentary transit pass
ONLY THE BEST QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. NO PHONE CALLS.
"An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer"
Metro considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or any other protected basis prohibited by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30.46 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- The minimum age to work in this role is 21. Do you qualify?
- I understand that this role requires a variety of different shifts every week including days, evenings, weekends & holidays?
- Describe your driving record over the last 5 years including any accidents and citations.
- Are you able to lift 75 pounds?
- I authorize Metro to complete pre-employment screenings, background checks, physicals, drug and alcohol screenings.
- Are you authorized to work in the United States?
- Have you ever worked for Metro Transit before?
- Do you have any relatives employed by Metro? If so, please provide us with their name and your relationship to that person.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- heavy duty vehicle repair: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
