Mechanic

Historic Tours; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the tourism industry as a Mechanic in Washington, DC. You will maintain and repair the famous trolleys, ensuring optimal safety and performance. Enjoy competitive pay, paid training, and various benefits in a fun, upbeat work environment.

Benefits

Paid training

Paid vacation time

Company-sponsored health and wellness plans

401K plan with company matching

Discounts in retail stores

Free admission to company attractions

Qualifications

• Completion of an automotive training program is required.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean record for the past three years is essential.
• Must be capable of lifting items weighing 25-50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, adjust, fabricate, paint and repair vehicles to keep them safe and in good working condition.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on vehicles and machinery.
• Produce reports that comply with HTA and DOT standards.

Skills

Fluent English

Safe driving

Ability to work in cramped spaces

Education

Completion of automotive training program

ASE certifications preferred

Tools

Minimum tool list

Job description

JOIN OUR HISTORIC TOURS OF AMERICA FAMILY

Become a CASTmember of the Nations Storyteller

Take pride in keep our vehicles well maintained for the enjoyment of our guests!

You've seen the original orange-and-green trolleys all over the city and probably thought, "What a fun company that must be." Well, you're absolutely right! For more than a quarter of a century, Old Town Trolley Tours have been treating guests to a journey back in time while touring the most interesting and popular attractions in the city.

Already having a CDL is a plus, but not required… because we’ll train you and prepare you to test for one!

Job Summary

The Mechanic’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Inspect, adjust, fabricate, paint and repair vehicles to keep vehicles them safe and in good working condition.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on vehicles, equipment and machinery as well as facilities to maintain a safe working environment.
• Accurately produce reports and other departmental documents to HTA and DOT standards in a timely manner.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive pay and paid training: $32 - $36 per Hour

• All FT Employees are eligible for 2 weeks of paid vacation time as well as company sponsored health and wellness plans
• All FT, PT and Seasonal employees are eligible for:
• Paid sick time
• 401K plan with company matching*
• Flexible schedules, including a combination of weekdays and weekends are available
• Fun, upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year
• First Stop Health - 24 hr. access to doctor by phone or computer for employee and their dependents. Employer pays 100%
• Discounts in retail stores and free admission to all company attractions

Operating tours, attractions and retail in Boston, Key West, Nashville, San Diego, St. Augustine, Savannah, San Antonio, and Washington, DC since 1980!

Start your new Career with Us Today!

*Eligibility requirements may apply

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to drive in a safe, competent manner a vehicle that is over 10,000 pounds but not greater than 26,000 pounds in weight and is 27 feet to 33 feet in length on busy public streets and on company property.
• ASE Certifications preferred: Auto Brakes and Preventative Maintenance & Inspection.
  
• Shall be able to read, write and speak fluent English in order to communicate with fellow CASTmembers, and the general public.
• Ability to work in cramped spaces and under a vehicle while lying on your back , lift, lower and carry items that typically weigh 25 – 50 pounds without assistance and 75 pounds with assistance, varying distances.

Qualifications

• Completion of an automotive training program
• ASE certifications preferred
• Must pass a DOT physical upon employment
• Must supply own hand tools and toolboxes that meet or exceed minimum tool list
• Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record for the past three years

Successful candidate must pass a drug test and a background search