Transit Mechanic

North Little Rock, AR

Full Time

Maintenance

Experienced

Transit Mechanic

North Little Rock, AR.

Starting Pay $24.63 per hour

Must be able to work evening/night shift starting at 4:00pm

Rock Region METRO (METRO) is Arkansas’ largest public transit agency and serves the Little Rock metropolitan area. Come build your career with us and help to provide reliable service to your community. We offer competitive pay and great benefits.

BENEFITS

Company Advancement Opportunities
Dental, Vision, and Employer Paid Health Insurance
Employer Paid Disability & Life insurance
457 (b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays & Paid Sick Leave
In-house Training Opportunities
Transit Passes for Employees & Eligible Dependents
Shift Differential
Bi-weekly Pay
Overtime Eligibility
Direct Deposit
Credit Union Membership
Referral Bonus
Minority Lead Workforce
Tool Allowance
Uniforms Provided
Fulfilling Work
Community Service
Safety/Attendance Awards
Work-Life Balance
Post High School Education Not Required

TRANSIT MECHANIC JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for preventative maintenance, maintenance repairs, and inspections on METRO buses and vehicles. This includes conducting detailed inspections as well as removing, repairing, and replacing parts and components as necessary, while using tools and equipment in a safe and professional manner. Also maintains a clean, efficient, and safe shop area. This is a safety sensitive position subject to the rules and regulations of the METRO Drug and Alcohol Policy

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

A. Knowledge of:

Mechanical principles for diesel and gas engines, fluid systems, electrical, power train, chassis, and preventative maintenance inspections.
Braking, heating, air conditioning, hydraulic systems, and transmissions.
Safe driving practices.

B. Ability to:

Learn METRO’s policies and procedures.
Read, write, and make basic mathematic calculations.
Work varied hours to cover scheduled operations.
Exercise good judgment and problem-solving skills.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions spoken or written in English.
Efficiently manage time and workload, which includes prioritizing, organizing, and following-through on a variety of tasks, assignments, and projects to meet deadlines.
Bend, stoop, reach, twist, and push/pull and lift up to 85 pounds in a proper safe manner.
Take initiative and be a productive, contributing member of a team.
Operate vehicles safely and efficiently.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be to meet the following:

A. Required Education:

Graduation from high school or equivalent.

B. Required Prior Experience:

Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age,
Three (3) years of verifiable mechanical experience. Heavy-duty equipment repair experiences a major plus.

C. Special Requirements, including Licenses and/or Certifications:

Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement, issued by the Arkansas Department of Motor Vehicles or Commercial Learners Permit (CLP)
Must have a good driving record as defined by METRO.
Must have the ability to pass a pre-employment background check, a DOT medical examination, and drug screen.

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