Journey Level Mechanic

About the role

AC Transit is seeking experienced Journey Level Mechanics with 4-7 years of automotive experience. Candidates do not need diesel mechanic experience, as the District will train automotive mechanics on diesel and large vehicles. This is an opportunity to work for the largest bus agency in California, with excellent training, growth potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect, and repair or replace defective coach components, sub-components, and systems on District vehicles, including engines, transmissions, differential units, generators, starters, pumps, air suspension systems, pneumatic systems, passenger lift assemblies, radiators, injectors, clutches, and air conditioning systems.
• Determine proper course of action for vehicle repair, maintenance, adjustment, and component replacement.
• Maintain, adjust, and repair all bus systems, components, and parts, including hydraulic and electrical systems, brakes, front ends, and air conditioning systems.
• Perform major overhauls, tune-ups, and repairs to brakes and steering systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and repair of passenger lifts on coaches.
• Change windows and seats, and perform minor body repair.
• Operate buses to diagnose component failure, make roadside repairs, or move disabled buses.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, hydraulic lifts, hoists, jacks, brake lathes, and tugs for pulling disabled buses.
• Document all work performed, including repair records on driver's defect cards, daily lift status reports, repair logs, and weekly reports to supervisors.
• Communicate and consult with District staff from Transportation, Maintenance, and Materials departments.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the District's Apprentice Training Program, or four (4) years of recent and verifiable experience as a heavy equipment or automotive mechanic.
• An additional three (3) years of experience as a Mechanic may substitute for the post-12th grade educational requirement.
• Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade, plus either:
  • Successful completion of all eight (8) levels of the District's state-certified four (4) year Apprentice Training program, or
  • Verified completion of an external two (2) year training program in automotive or heavy-duty truck maintenance and repair from an accredited trade or vocational school.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must have a clean driving record and obtain/maintain a valid California Class A or B commercial Driver License with Air Brake and Passenger Endorsements, and a Medical Certificate.
• Must acquire or possess the tools necessary to perform the duties of the position, including pneumatic, measuring, and hand tools, and a rollaway toolbox (an allowance is provided by the District if hired).
• Must be available to work five (5) consecutive days, including weekends and holidays, on any of three shifts (day, evening, or late).

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and moving between stations in a large maintenance facility.
• Ability to safely access service bays, sit while reviewing or preparing work orders, and perform tasks requiring bending, squatting, stooping, turning, climbing, kneeling, and twisting.
• Perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine hand/finger manipulations.
• Safely lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to seventy (70) lbs., or use appropriate lifting equipment for heavier items.

Benefits

• Medical: Choice of two HMOs (Kaiser Permanente or Health Net) with $10 office visit co-pays and $5–$35 prescription co-pays.
• Dental: MetLife PPO with a $50 annual deductible per person/$150 per family, $3,000 annual maximum, 100% coverage for preventative care, 90% for basic/major care, and $4,000 lifetime orthodontia coverage at 50%.
• Vision: Vision Service Plan with $10 co-pay, exam/lenses/frames/contact lenses every 12 months, $200 frame allowance, or $120 contact lens allowance.
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid basic life insurance; optional employee-paid voluntary term life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Retirement: Medical premium reimbursement for eligible retirees; lifetime defined benefit pension (Tier II for hires after January 1, 2013, with employee contributions).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): For health care, dependent care, parking, and transit (District contributes up to $50/month toward transit costs).
• Free AC Transit Bus Pass.
• Federal Credit Union access.
• Paid Leave: Vacation and sick leave or personal time off, ten (10) paid holidays, two (2) paid floating holidays, and one (1) paid birthday holiday.
• Five (5) bereavement days.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $2,500 per fiscal year for approved courses.
• Wellness Program.

Benefits are negotiated and subject to change based on collective bargaining agreements.