Bus Serviceperson (Entry-level Automotive Technician, Fueler)

NJ TRANSIT; Westwood (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

NJ TRANSIT, l'agence de transport la plus importante de la côte Est, cherche un Bus Serviceperson à Westwood. Avec des avantages comme des primes significatives, un environnement inclusif, et des opportunités de formation, vous jouerez un rôle clé pour assurer un service de qualité aux clients tout en développant votre carrière.

Benefits

$6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B License Holders

$3,000 Signing Bonus for all newly hired Servicepersons

Full benefit package including medical, prescription, dental & vision

Pension plan plus 457 tax-deferred savings plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Expérience mécanique professionnelle, de préférence légère; l'expérience en diesel est un plus.
• Doit avoir au moins 21 ans.
• Permis de conduire valide avec trois ans d'expérience.

Responsibilities

• Vérifier les fluides du bus et maintenir les niveaux requis.
• Changer les fluides et nettoyer l'intérieur des bus.
• Conduire et déplacer les bus dans le garage.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Diesel knowledge

Education

Valid NJ Driver’s License

Job description

Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2021, 2022, & 2023

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

***Now Offering $3,000 Signing Bonuses for all new Servicepersons***

$6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B License Holders (must have air brake and passenger endorsement) at time of hire

Summary

New Jersey Transit may have openings at any of the following Locations: Fairview, Paterson, North Bergen, Oradell, Wayne, or Westwood.

Under the direction of the Superintendent or General Foreman, a Bus Serviceperson is responsible for checking and maintaining of all NJ TRANSIT buses for daily services. Report any damages or repairs needed as directed by the supervisor.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Check bus fluids and maintain required levels
• Change fluids
• Clean inside and around buses
• Shift and drive buses in and around the garage
• Steam engines
• Change tires (utilizing the appropriate equipment)
• Complete forms required in carrying out duties of the position

Training:

• NJ TRANSIT’s Surface Transit Training Department offers comprehensive job-related training for all Servicepersons new hires. This may include, but is not guaranteed, support in obtaining a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) or a Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Light professional mechanical experience preferred; diesel experience a plus but not required
• Be twenty-one years (21) years of age
• Possess a valid NJ Driver’s License with three (3) years of driving experience
• Must be eligible to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement or possess a valid NY/PA CDL with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement***
• Be able to work any shift in keeping with seniority-based scheduling. Hours vary depending upon the Bus Garage.
• Be able to pass the pre-employment physical and background checks
• Have a good driving record with less than five (5) points

At NJ TRANSIT you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package!

• $6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B License Holders (must have air brake and passenger endorsement) at time of hire*
• $3,000 Signing Bonus for all newly hired Servicepersons*
• Full benefit package including medical, prescription, dental & vision
• Pension plan plus 457 tax-deferred savings plan (lifetime benefit)
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid time off
• Assistance obtaining your CDL (for NJ drivers only)
• Salary: $19.49

At NJ TRANSIT we support and depend upon the diversity of our staff. NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

*Terms and Conditions Apply.

This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorizethe use of marijuana for any reason. It is unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibitionincludes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. The use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees.

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