Mechanic/Technician Apprentice (Meadowbrook/South Salt Lake)

Job Summary

Participates in related technical instruction and attends classroom instruction as required and passes written tests. This is a competency based program.

Competencies

• Preventative Maintenance
• Electrical
• Brakes
• Air Systems
• Air Suspension
• Steering and Axles
• HVAC/EAC
• Wheelchairs
• Transmissions
• Engines

Manual Tasks

Performs manual tasks under supervision as needed. Assists advance-skill employees in complex repairs and component rebuild using hand and power tools as directed.

Preventative Maintenance

Performs preventative maintenance inspections and associated repairs.

Other Duties

Performs other related duties as assigned. See the Collective Bargaining Agreement for details.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Current, or ability to obtain a class “B” CDL with passenger endorsement within 60 days of eligibility
• Must have ALL of the following:
• A current, or ability to acquire, valid Class B CDL driver’s license and associated endorsements
• Able to pass both an aptitude and standardized test determined by UTA
• UTA will pay the standardized test fee, one time, for qualifying employees
• The required tools
• A safe driver with no more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
• No violations of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years

Education and Experience

• A 2-year degree in a related field
• A military MOS in a related field
• One year of related technical school AND one year of related experience
• 6 months UTA experience (TVT/Helper level)
• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

Pay Rate

$27.13 - $31.13 per hour plus $1.00 to $1.50 shift differential depending on shift, if applicable. This is a four year wage progression. The Apprentice shall receive an additional $.30 per hour each six months as an Apprentice up to the top Apprentice rate beginning six months after the start of the apprenticeship program. Upon graduation, apprentices shall advance to the Journeyist classification and wage (current $36.82 per hour).

Shift

9:00 pm - 7:30 am with Sunday/Monday/Tuesday off

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment)
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts
• On-site medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, and dependent children
• 14 days of paid time off (9 personal days and 5 vacation days)
• Increase in paid time off with tenure at UTA
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year
• Retail options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching
• Tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for both bachelor’s and master’s degree
• Apprenticeship programs available as well as other training, development, and career advancement opportunities
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment)
• Free transit passes for employee, spouse, and dependent children
• Employee assistance program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• UTA Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness

Equal Opportunity Employer

Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.