Bus Apprentice Mechanic: Hands-On Diesel & ASE Training

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County, through StarTran, is seeking a Bus Apprentice Mechanic to gain hands-on experience maintaining, inspecting, and repairing City-owned buses. You will work with experienced mechanics and progress toward a Bus Journey Mechanic role, with ASE certification advancement after probation and certification.

Hours are Monday through Saturday with shift bids; the position is safety-sensitive and subject to drug testing policies.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent is required.
• Specialized vocational/technical school training with a diesel repair or technology degree is required.
• A valid Driver’s License is required.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with endorsement must be obtained within 60 days of employment; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Work on electrical problems.
• Brake repairs.
• Removing and replacing transmissions.
• Overhauling engines.
• Air conditioning repairs and adjustments.
• Work on wheelchair lifts.
• Inspections to understand components and probable failures.
• Assist with building and grounds maintenance.

Skills

Electrical issues

Brake repairs

Transmission replacement

Engine overhaul

AC repairs

Wheelchair lifts

Vehicle inspections

Grounds maintenance

Education

Graduation from high school or equivalent

Vocational/technical training with a diesel repair or technology degree

Job description

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County, through StarTran, is seeking a Bus Apprentice Mechanic to gain hands-on experience maintaining, inspecting, and repairing City-owned buses. You will work with experienced mechanics and progress toward a Bus Journey Mechanic role, with ASE certification advancement after probation and certification.

Hours are Monday through Saturday with shift bids; the position is safety-sensitive and subject to drug testing policies.