Bus Maintenance Trainee: Path to Mechanic C

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Free transportation

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a Maintenance Trainee in Bus Maintenance to participate in the two-year Technical Skills Program (TSP). You will complete on-the-job and classroom training, aiming to graduate into a Mechanic C role under supervision of senior staff and mentor mechanics.

During the program, you will work toward earning at least one ASE certification in the Transit Bus discipline and gain hands-on experience with WMATA buses, tools, and test

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with two years of Vocational Training in Electrical, Mechanical or Electronics.
• CDL with passenger bus endorsements or acceptable alternative licenses.
• No prior experience required for Level C; progression through Levels A/B/AA with 1000 hours each.

Responsibilities

• Attend formal training classes for bus maintenance across levels.
• Develop skills in maintenance, inspection, repair, and calibration of WMATA buses and equipment.
• Use tools and test equipment to diagnose and repair bus systems.
• Complete all required documentation and training records.
• Assist in emergencies by securing equipment per safety practices.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma + vocational training

Tools

Hand tools

Test equipment

Measuring devices

Job description

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a Maintenance Trainee in Bus Maintenance to participate in the two-year Technical Skills Program (TSP). You will complete on-the-job and classroom training, aiming to graduate into a Mechanic C role under supervision of senior staff and mentor mechanics.

During the program, you will work toward earning at least one ASE certification in the Transit Bus discipline and gain hands-on experience with WMATA buses, tools, and test