Mechanic A (Autobody)

NJ TRANSIT; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A/B w/air

$3,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A/B Permi

Medical, prescription, dental & vision

Pension plan + 457 plan

Growth opportunities

Paid time off

CDL assistance for NJ applicants

Job summary

NJ TRANSIT is hiring for an auto body technician to perform repairs and fabrication on buses (MCI, Nova, Neoplan, Nabi). Must have a valid NJ CDL with passenger endorsement (or NY/PA CDL) and a clean driving record. Overtime may be required as needed; excellent benefits and signing bonuses are offered.

Expect 7:30 am–4:00 pm work hours; high school diploma or GED required, ASE a plus, with 3+ years of auto body experience. Medical, pension, and paid time off are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED; ASE certification a plus.
• 3+ years auto body shop experience.
• NJ CDL with passenger endorsement OR NY/PA CDL with passenger endorsement.
• Pass pre-employment physical and background checks.
• Good driving record (<5 points).
• Hours 7:30 am–4:00 pm; overtime possible.

Responsibilities

• Perform body work and accident repairs.
• Lay out work, fabricate items, and assemble as needed.
• Use tools (hydraulic pistons, come-a-longs, porta-powers, frame straightening devices).
• Remove/align body parts and components on buses (MCI, Nova, Neoplan, Nabi).
• Work in confined spaces with respirators and air-supplied overalls.
• Cut and tack weld; fill/sand body parts and fiberglass.
• Read and follow parts manuals for duties.
• Fill daily time tickets; keep area clean and safe.

Skills

Auto body repair

Read parts manuals

CDL passenger endorsement

Willing to work overtime

Good driving record

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASE certification a plus

Job description

Job Description

Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023, 2024, & 2025 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 Signing Bonuses for CDL A/B License and Permit Holders***

Salary

$32.04 Hourly

Roles And Responsibilities

• Ability to perform body work and accident repairs.
• Ability to lay out work, fabricate items as needed, and assemble same.
• Demonstrate ability with the use of tools - hydraulic pistons, come-a-longs, - porta-powers, frame straightening devices, etc.
• Must be able to remove, replace and/or align all body parts and components that are fastened on the bus (MCI, Nova, Neoplan, and Nabi Coaches).
• Must be able to work in confined areas using respirators and full air supplied self-contained overalls.
• Ability to fill and sand body parts and fiberglass.
• Must be able to cut and tack weld.
• Must be able to fill out forms; be able to read and understand parts manuals required in carrying out duties for this position.
• Must have a valid CDL license, Class B with "P" endorsement and medical certificate.
• Accurately fill out daily time tickets.
• Keep area clean, uncluttered, and safe. Must follow established Shop safety policy and procedures.
• Must be willing to work overtime when requested

Education, Experience, And Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a high school diploma or GED, ASE certification a plus
• Possess at least three (3) years of auto body shop experience
• Possess a valid NJ License with the ability to obtain a CDL License with passenger endorsement OR possess a valid NY/PA CDL with passenger endorsement
• Be able to pass the pre-employment physical and background checks
• Have a good driving record with less than five (5) points
• Normal working hours are 7:30 am-4:00 pm Monday to Friday (possible overtime)

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)*
• $3,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B Permit Holders with air brake and passenger endorsement (also CDL A or B licenses holders that have either air brake or passenger endorsement)*
• Full benefit package including medical, prescription, dental & vision
• Pension plan plus 457 tax-deferred savings plan
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid time off
• Assistance obtaining CDL (for NJ applicants only)

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 prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. T he use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees. Code: INDBU1.