Support Vehicle Mechanic

RTD; Denver (CO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

RTD is seeking a Support Vehicle Mechanic responsible for the preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on vehicles, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate must have mechanical experience, ability to read schematics, and possess essential tools, while providing quality service in a diverse work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement plan options

Supportive work environment focused on diversity

Qualifications

• 2 years’ work experience in a mechanical shop or equivalent training.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Must possess a valid driver's license continually for the past 2 years without violations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts preventative maintenance and inspections on RTD vehicles.
• Works in a garage shop environment with compliance to safety regulations.
• Operates vehicles in compliance with Federal and Colorado traffic laws.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Operating heavy machinery

Reading schematics

Defensive driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAE and Metric mechanic hand tools

Job description

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At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections!

When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

RTD Employee Benefits: https://www.rtd-denver.com/careers/benefits

(RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

This position is responsible for the preventative maintenance, maintenance repairs, and inspections on RTD vehicles and equipment. This includes conducting detailed preventative maintenance inspections as well as removing, repairing, and replacing parts and components as necessary. The vehicles and equipment are required to be maintained in compliance with Department of Transportation, and Federal Railroad Administration regulatory statutes and requirements. This is a safety sensitive position subject to the rules and regulations of the Drug and Alcohol policy.

Essential

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conducts self in an appropriate manner as a representative of RTD, working effectively in a diverse work environment, using prudent judgement at all times, performing duties in a safe manner, and assuring professional quality of services to all external and internal customers
• Performs preventative maintenance on RTD vehicles and equipment, which includes RTD required inspections as well as annual Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) inspections.
• Operates vehicles while in strict compliance with RTD policies, directives, and procedures plus all Federal and Colorado traffic laws and regulations. This includes using proper defensive driving techniques.
• Periodically performs on street maintenance when needed, including operating RTD service/tow trucks and trailers.
• Completes all necessary forms, which includes, but not limited to, repair orders, service truck logs, core and warranty tags, and parts slips.
• Performs job responsibilities in a garage shop environment, which includes, but is not limited to, working with fumes, chemicals, various noise levels, at height, in confined spaces, and in various outdoor weather conditions as required.
  
  
  

Other

• Uses computer keyboards in conjunction with flat screen displays to interface with the Enterprise Asset Management System (EMS) to access and review maintenance information about RTD vehicles an record daily work accomplished.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 2 years’ work experience in a mechanical shop or equivalent training or a combination there of.
• Must be able to read schematics and technical manuals plus have a basic knowledge of safety rules and regulations as they pertain to the position.
• Ability to pass RTD basic mechanics test and interview that shows demonstrated knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems on diesel, electric, gasoline and propane-powered cars, trucks, and industrial equipment, including small engines.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical ability assessment related to the physical requirements of the essential functions of the job. Must demonstrate the ability to bend, stoop, reach, and push/pull up to 50 pounds in a proper and safe manner
• Ability to work in a confined space, awkward physical positions, and at various heights
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which can include off shifts
• Must own a well-rounded set of SAE and Metric mechanic hand tools with a lockable roll around tool cabinet to keep them secured in. Expectation is to have at least 80% of the tools listed on RTD’s basic mechanics minimum tool list at time of hire and 100% by the end of the new-hire probationary period (See tool list attached).
• Will be required to obtain a Colorado Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) with air brake endorsement within 2 years of employment. Post CDL permit training and testing is provided in house by RTD.
• Will be required to attend industrial forklift training, pass a written plus demonstrate the ability to operate a forklift properly and safely within 2 years of employment. Forklift training and testing is provided in house by RTD
• Must possess a valid driver's license continually for the past 2 years. No DUI, DWI, or reckless driving in the past 5 years.
  
  
  

We are considering all applications for this position up until the position close date of June 18, 2025. For consideration, please be sure to apply before the posting end date.

SS-DS-2-9

2:00pm - 10:30pm

Days Off: Sat, Sun

EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless to the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator Kris Frazier at [e-mail], or the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

Pay Range

$32.72 - $37.78 Hourly

RTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy [ https://www.rtd-denver.com/sites/default/files/files/2022-12/EEO%20Policy%20Statement-%20UPDATED.pdf ]

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting. Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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