Summary

The mission of Long Beach Transit is to provide public transportation services that enhance and improve the quality of life for the people in our community. The C Mechanic accomplishes this by performing all types of inspections, minor maintenance and repairs on Long Beach Transit's vehicles. 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" and "A" Mechanic level.

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: 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. LBT has two operating facilities in the city of Long Beach and has nearly 800 employees.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with all tools of the trade.
• Performs service and repair of:
  • Gas and diesel engines
  • Electronically controlled engine and brake systems
  • Brake relines
  • Preventative maintenance inspections
  • Suspension repairs
  • Vehicle electrical systems
  • Automatic transmissions
  • Air brake systems
  • Air conditioning and heating systems
  • Pneumatic door systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Various component replacements
• Makes bus changes enroute as needed and may assist with road calls.
• May assist a "B" or "A" Mechanic with the more difficult mechanical repairs, inspections or specialized work.
• Performs other related work as required.

Qualifications

• At least two years experience as a vehicle mechanic or equivalent training in automotive fields (Ford Triton v10 engine, hybrid electric vehicle drive systems and CNG experiences are highly desirable).
• Must have own tools.
• 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).
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Basic computer knowledge with Windows based software is preferred.
• Experience with computer based diagnostics equipment is a plus.

Salary Information

$21.03 per hour with excellent company paid fringe benefits. Must join Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1277. Apply at Long Beach Transit, 1963 E. Anaheim Street, Long Beach, CA 90813. Submit application, resume, and a current (within last 30 days) H-6 DMV printout (no exceptions). Only complete packets including the application and an H-6 printout will be considered for review.

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.