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C Mechanic
CA - Long Beach
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Summary
The C Mechanic performs all types of inspections, minor maintenance and repair on Long Beach Transit's vehicles. Long Beach Transit is rated as one of the best public transportation systems in the nation. LBT maintains a fleet of 228 buses, which includes 60-ft. articulated coaches, a growing number of hybrid gasoline-electric engine coaches, and 30 smaller shuttle coaches. This position, under supervision and training, offers the opportunity for advancement to "B" mechanic.
Background Information
Long Beach Transit is one of the largest and best-run local public transit systems in Los Angeles County. What's the secret to our success? We take pride in serving an essential community need for the residents of Long Beach and surrounding areas. We value our customers, employees, and the service we put out on a daily basis. This pride and sense of value echoes in our organizational style of taking each employee's input into account, and in the unwavering focus we place on customer service.
Here's a quick look at the organization you will join: we provide 22x7 public transportation for Long Beach and other neighboring cities. With a total of 470 Bus Operators, we have 228 buses (including standard buses as well as our smaller Passport vehicles, and others) in service at any one time. We plan to continue offering a wide range of transportation options to Long Beach, and to remain ahead of the curve for public transit.
Duties and Responsibilities
Works with all tools of the trade
Performs brake relines, preventative maintenance inspections, brake adjustments and inspections and transmission inspections
Makes bus changes enroute as needed and may assist with road calls
"C" Mechanic may assist a "B" or "A" Mechanic with the more difficult mechanical repairs, inspections or specialized work. Performs other related work as required.
Qualifications
Must have a minimum of two years vehicle mechanics experience or equivalent training in this field (diesel experience is desirable).
Must have own tools.
Basic computer experience, and able to navigate using Windows based software preferred.
Must possess a valid California Class C license and excellent safe driving record with the ability to upgrade to a Class B.
A current (within last 30 days) H-6 DMV printout must be attached to the application to demonstrate safe driving record (no exceptions).
Applicants must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
Salary Structure
$21.03 per hour with excellent company paid fringe benefits. Must join Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1589.
Apply at Long Beach Transit, 1963 E. Anaheim Street in Long Beach. Bring with you a current (within 30 days) DMV H-6 printout of your driving record (obtainable from the Department of Motor Vehicles).
TESTING: Only a limited number of candidates whose experience, training, and background is determined as most qualified will be invited for testing. Testing date to be announced.
Long Beach Transit
1963 E. Anaheim Street,
Long Beach, California 90813
Ph: (562) 591-8753
Fax (562) 599-8588
email: abravo@lbtransit.com
This announcement is for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be a job description. Information provided is subject to change. Hiring decisions are not based solely on the above information.
Summary
The C Mechanic performs all types of inspections, minor maintenance and repair on Long Beach Transit's vehicles. Long Beach Transit is rated as one of the best public transportation systems in the nation. LBT maintains a fleet of 228 buses, which includes 60-ft. articulated coaches, a growing number of hybrid gasoline-electric engine coaches, and 30 smaller shuttle coaches. This position, under supervision and training, offers the opportunity for advancement to "B" mechanic.
Background Information
Long Beach Transit is one of the largest and best-run local public transit systems in Los Angeles County. What's the secret to our success? We take pride in serving an essential community need for the residents of Long Beach and surrounding areas. We value our customers, employees, and the service we put out on a daily basis. This pride and sense of value echoes in our organizational style of taking each employee's input into account, and in the unwavering focus we place on customer service.
Here's a quick look at the organization you will join: we provide 22x7 public transportation for Long Beach and other neighboring cities. With a total of 470 Bus Operators, we have 228 buses (including standard buses as well as our smaller Passport vehicles, and others) in service at any one time. We plan to continue offering a wide range of transportation options to Long Beach, and to remain ahead of the curve for public transit.
Duties and Responsibilities
Works with all tools of the trade
Performs brake relines, preventative maintenance inspections, brake adjustments and inspections and transmission inspections
Makes bus changes enroute as needed and may assist with road calls
"C" Mechanic may assist a "B" or "A" Mechanic with the more difficult mechanical repairs, inspections or specialized work. Performs other related work as required.
Qualifications
Must have a minimum of two years vehicle mechanics experience or equivalent training in this field (diesel experience is desirable).
Must have own tools.
Basic computer experience, and able to navigate using Windows based software preferred.
Must possess a valid California Class C license and excellent safe driving record with the ability to upgrade to a Class B.
A current (within last 30 days) H-6 DMV printout must be attached to the application to demonstrate safe driving record (no exceptions).
Applicants must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
Salary Structure
$21.03 per hour with excellent company paid fringe benefits. Must join Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1589.
Apply at Long Beach Transit, 1963 E. Anaheim Street in Long Beach. Bring with you a current (within 30 days) DMV H-6 printout of your driving record (obtainable from the Department of Motor Vehicles).
TESTING: Only a limited number of candidates whose experience, training, and background is determined as most qualified will be invited for testing. Testing date to be announced.
Long Beach Transit
1963 E. Anaheim Street,
Long Beach, California 90813
Ph: (562) 591-8753
Fax (562) 599-8588
email: abravo@lbtransit.com
This announcement is for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be a job description. Information provided is subject to change. Hiring decisions are not based solely on the above information.
Long Beach Transit is an equal opportunity employer and in compliance with federal and state laws, does not discriminate in employment practice on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic group ancestry, religious creed, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender expression or sex.
