Transit Class C Mechanic

City of Madison, Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public transit is seeking a dedicated Metro Transit Mechanic to join their team. This role offers extensive training in servicing diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles, providing a solid foundation for a rewarding career. Successful candidates will enjoy a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, with opportunities for advancement as skills develop. With a competitive salary and the chance to gain valuable certifications, this position is perfect for those eager to make a difference in their community while honing their mechanical skills.

Benefits

Paid Training

Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Shifts

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in automotive or heavy vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to obtain a Class B CDL and endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on transit vehicles.
• Work under supervision during initial training phase.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Diesel Engine Repair

Electrical Repair

Preventive Maintenance

CDL License Acquisition

Education

High School Diploma

Trade School in Automotive Mechanics

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

Job description

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We invite you to start your career as a Metro Transit Mechanic. Mechanical aptitude is required, but extensive training to work on transit vehicles is provided. We also train you to get your CDL permit and license.
This is transit mechanical work that involves servicing and performing routine, repetitive, and minor preventive maintenance and repair work on diesel, hybrid, and electric motor coaches. Employees initially work under close supervision of a maintenance supervisor in a training capacity for up to six (6) months while they continue to increase mechanical skills and familiarity with Metro Transit equipment and procedures.
Upon hire, employees are paid a minimum of $59,491.12 annually (in CG41, Range 06, Step 4*).
Successful candidates with sufficient verifiable full-time employment or trade school experience performing automotive or heavy vehicle maintenance may start at a higher pay rate. Pay rate will be determined at the time of hire based on qualifying experience and/or education.

• Eighteen (18) months of education or experience starting pay $66,100.84 annually (in CG 41, Range 06, Step 5)

Overtime hours (for pay or compensatory time) may be available.

All training is paid.
All Metro Transit mechanics are hired as the C level but have the ability to move into higher level B ($69,495.14 annually at step 5) and A ($72,273.76 annually at step 5) mechanic positions over time as vacancies occur.
SCHEDULE/HOURS:
Initial training:
• Approximately four to five (4 - 5) weeks of CDL training - Monday Through Friday, 6:00 AM -2:00 PM.
After receiving your CDL license, mechanic training will begin and the schedule will be as follows:
• Two (2) weeks of service lane training: Monday through Friday, on second shift (4:00 PM - 12:30 AM) • One (1) week of dispatcher training: Sunday through Thursday, on third shift (11:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
The remainder of training will be on first shift, second shift, third shift or a combination of any/all until training is completed. Trainee shifts will mirror assigned trainer shifts, and this could include weekends. Training period will be at least six (6) months.
After training, new entry-level mechanics will pick their scheduled shift based on seniority. Employees in this classification will need to be available for any shift (first, second, third and weekend) and newest employees will be the last to pick.

Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We value the unique blend of lived experiences and diverse perspectives that comes from non-traditional education pathways and the variety of transferrable skills each candidate brings to the table. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Even if every item on the job posting doesn’t match your experience perfectly, we encourage you to apply and share how your skills and experience can best serve our community.

How to apply: Apply online at www.cityofmadison.com/jobs.
Employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness through thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program .

• Bus preventive maintenance
• Service vehicles (cars, trucks, forklifts, etc.)
• Fare box preventive maintenance
• Air-conditioning preventive maintenance
• Rebuild sub-assembly
• Repairing heating and air-conditioning, brakes, engine cooling system
• Compressed air system maintenance
• Paint and body repair
• Engine repair
• Transmission repair
• Electrical repair
• Exhaust repair
• Fare box repair
• Fuel system repair
• Radio repair/installation
• Suspension repair
• Change tires
• Lift/ramp repair
• Wheels and hubs maintenance
• Building cleaning and repair
• Support vehicle repair
• Execute road calls

Other duties as assignedSix (6) months of technical experience in auto, diesel, construction, agriculture, or other related heavy equipment technical field.
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Six (6) months of education in auto or diesel mechanics or other related mechanical education can be substituted for the experience.
The City of Madison strives to provide exceptional customer service to all its residents and visitors. Therefore, successful candidates will have demonstrated ability to effectively work with multicultural communities.

To continue employment, employees must pass the Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL), passenger and air brake endorsement permit and road tests during training. Employees must have a valid Wisconsin Drivers License in order to take the CDL permit test.

License and endorsements must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
Click here to find study information that will be the focus of the first few weeks of training.
Appropriate sections to study:

• B/C General Knowledge
• Restrictions - Air Brakes
• Endorsements - P (Transporting Passengers)

Physical Requirements:

Employeesin this position must have the ability to:

• Occasionally lift up to 75 pounds with equipment (starter, 8d battery) from the floor to waist and 35 pounds from the floor to overhead (3/4 inch and 1/2 inch impact wrench.)
• Occasionally carry up to 75 pounds a distance of up to 5 feet (rear axle) and up to 30 pounds a distance of 40 feet (various components, the length of a vehicle to the bench area in the rear),
• Push a cart loaded with up to 100 pounds regularly (battery cart.)
• Frequently climb ladder
• Sustain both arms overhead for several minutes weighted with up to 20 pounds (various components or tools.)
• Frequently sustain a squatting or kneeling position for up to 10 minutes
• Frequently sustain a stooped position for up to 5 minutes.
• Safely grasp a variety of hand and power tools and sustain the grasp for several minutes.
• Manipulate small parts with reasonable dexterity (nuts, bolts, screws.)
  
  Metro Transit has adopted the physical qualification standards provided in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations of the Federal Highway Administration. These standards permit the hiring of qualified individuals with disabilities, as required by the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, Sec. 111.34(2)(c), Wisconsin Statutes. The successful candidate must be able to pass the Metro physical with either a one-time 2-year certification or re-certifications for a 2-year period.

*Listed beginning salary reflects step 4 per agreement with Teamsters Union and minimum qualifications required.