Transit Mechanic
Transit Mechanic
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- Are you interested in joining a team of highly skilled and technical individualsVTA is seeking Transit Mechanics responsible for maintaining repairing and restoring VTA buses and related equipment to serviceable conditions. Dont wait and apply today!
Ideal Candidate Statement
The ideal candidate for the Transit Mechanic position is a skilled and experienced heavy duty vehicle technician with a strong work ethic and foundation in the maintenance diagnosis and repair of diesel-powered buses and related equipment. They bring at least four years of hands-on experience working with diesel and hybrid systems hydraulic systems electrical systems and vehicle climate control systems committed to ensuring vehicles and equipment meet high standards of safety reliability and performance.DefinitionThis candidate thrives in a fast-paced team-oriented environment and demonstrates a high level of mechanical competency precision and initiative. They are well-versed in using diagnostic tools and are able to utilize shop equipment to efficiently identify and resolve vehicle issues. Their familiarity with maintenance repair standards preventive maintenance schedules and their commitment to keeping VTAs fleet in top working condition make them an asset to the Bus Maintenance division.
Under general supervision the Transit Mechanic performs skilled mechanical work as required diagnoses maintains repairs services inspects and tests VTA buses and support vehicles.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Transit Mechanic is a journey level classification. It is distinguished from the Service Mechanic class in that positions in the latter class perform minor repair inspection and lubrication of VTA buses and assist Transit Mechanics in more difficult mechanical work. Transit Mechanic positions are distinguished from positions in the Overhaul and Repair Mechanic class in that the latter performs major disassembly rebuilding and assembly duties in the process of overhauling VTA buses or their components.
AboutBus Maintenance
VTA buses are maintained at three bus operating divisions - Chaboya North and Cerone. The Cerone Overhaul and Repair department provides heavy repair component rebuild an electronics shop upholstery and additional maintenance services. Bus Maintenance includes timely and reliable maintenance preventive maintenance inspections and transit bus and service equipment servicing.After a bus returns from revenue service at the end of each day Maintenance pulls the cash vault analyzes the driver defect card fuels the bus cleans the interior and exterior cleans and/or replaces seats and windows and removes and repairs any vandalism or graffiti. Regular preventive maintenance is performed at prescheduled cycles everyand 24000 miles as well as in preparation for winter and summer driving conditions to ensure optimal performance efficiency safety and reliability.
The Overhaul and Repair department provides paint and body repair upholstery farebox repair electronics repair component overhaul and the heavy repair/rebuild of engines transmissions and other components. The Road Call Maintenance unit is part of Running Repair/Corrective Maintenance and performs diagnostic and minor field repairs to VTA buses in revenue service.
About VTA
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority employs more than 2000 people dedicated to providing solutions that move Silicon Valley. Unique among transportation organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area VTA is Santa Clara Countys authority for transit development and operations (light rail and bus) congestion management transportation-related funding highway design and construction real estate and transit-oriented development and bicycle and pedestrian planning. With local state and federal partners VTA works to innovate the way Silicon Valley moves and provide mobility solutions for all. Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is an independent special district that provides sustainable accessible community-focused innovative and environmentally responsible transportation options promoting the regions vitality. VTA provides bus light rail and paratransit services and participates as a funding partner in regional rail services including Caltrain Capital Corridor and the Altamont Corridor Express. To learn more go to: DefinitionVTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age ancestry color marital status mental or physical disability genetic information national origin immigration status political affiliation race religion creed sex gender identity gender expression sexual orientation pregnancy medical condition disabled veteran or veteran status etc.
Application Details
Classification Bargaining Unit: ATU
Written testing is tentatively scheduled on Wednesday July 2nd 2025.
Performance Testing & Interviews will be the week of July 7th 2025. Essential Job Functions
Typical Tasks
- Performs bus maintenance repair and diagnostic duties in order to restore VTA buses and related equipment to serviceable condition;
- Recommends when necessary the referral of bus repair jobs to the Overhaul and Repair facility;
- Removes repairs troubleshoots and installs component parts of VTA vehicles such as transmissions axles wheels hydraulic and electrical systems climate control systems valves pumps tanks compressors heat exchangers piping alternators generators starters blowers and fuel metering devices;
- Adjusts and installs engine components;
- Maintains and installs lighting circuits alarms safety circuits interlocks ignition systems environmental systems and related components;
- Operates shop equipment and other tools to maintain and diagnose vehicle problems;
- Performs service and repairs on road calls;
- Performs safety and preventive maintenance inspections as required by applicable Federal State and VTA guidelines;
- Prepares written reports documents defects and repairs on inspection forms and work orders or designated computer programs;
- May familiarize and/or supervise Service Mechanics Service Workers and other classifications in the proper method of performing their job;
- Operates a computer for related data input and retrieval;
- Can be assigned lower level work of classes in job series
- Performs other related tasks as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards
Sufficient education training and experience which demonstrates possession of the following knowledge skills and and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and four (4) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of diesel powered heavy equipment (such as diesel trucks and buses) or equivalent experience.
Possession of a valid California Class C drivers license and the ability to qualify for and maintain a Class B license with Passenger (P) endorsement.
Must be available to work weekends holidays and odd and unusual hours.Supplemental Information
Knowledge of:
- Theory operation and repair of diesel powered vehicles including engines transmissions ignitions and electrical hydraulic/pneumatic cooling heating and brake systems;
- Industrial safety rules shop safety rules regulations and procedures as applicable to a bus maintenance facility;
- General shop safety procedures;
- Basic equipment and tools used in the maintenance and repair of large vehicles.
Ability to:- Perform maintenance repair troubleshooting diagnostic procedures and safety/preventative maintenance inspections in relation to a variety of VTA buses and related equipment;
- Adjust and install engine components;
- Maintain and install lighting circuits alarms safety circuits interlocks ignition systems environmental systems and related components;
- Give oral and written instructions and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
- Familiarize other Service Mechanics Service Workers and other classifications in the proper method of performing their job;
- Properly use test and other shop equipment/tools including oxy/acetylene and arc welding equipment;
- Prepare written reports document defects and repairs on inspection forms work orders or designated computer programs
- Perform computer-related functions that allow for data input and retrieval;
- Effectively read understand and use technical information found in repair manuals service change bulletins and applicable technical documents including parts and supply manuals;
- Operate a variety of equipment i.e. forklifts scissor lifts etc.;
- Learn and stay current on all new technologies introduced into the transit industries as it relates to bus maintenance;
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of business.
Whats in it for You
Health:VTA participates in a CalPERS-sponsored medical plan with VTA contribution to employee and dependent premium health insurance premiums. Employees pay a monthly contribution of any amount in excess of the Kaiser Bay Area Family rate.
Flex Spending Account: $300 employer-funded Health FSA for eligible employees
Vision:VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Dental:Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Leave:1-3 years - 10 days (cumulative) 96Hours ofsicktime/year 12paid holidays per year birthdayand 5 floating holiday per year.
Retirement:
- Participation in ATU Pension Plan
Classic Members: 2%@55
PEPRA Members: 2%@62
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (voluntary)
457 pre-tax
457 Roth
Self-directed brokerage account option for qualifying employees
- Retiree medical coverage for eligible employees with VTA contributions to the retirees medical premium
Additional perks:
- All active full-time employees and their eligible dependents are eligible for transit passes for use over VTA lines including VTA Paratransit services.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to each employee eligible dependent and household member 24 hours a day seven days a week.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Fund
- Wellness Programs
As we continue to implementourVTA Forward Plan we aim to strengthen and increase our workforce to take on future opportunities and challenges by elevating our people and our services.
For more information about our VTA Forward Plan visit: Instructions
Please read this entire job announcement before applying for the position. Print and keep a copy of this announcement so that you can refer to it. Questions not answered within this job announcement may be sent to.
To ensure consideration completed applications must be submitted online to the Human Resources department by the stated closing time and date posted. When the stated closing date is continuous apply immediately; the position may close without notice. You will receive an immediate email confirming receipt of your submitted application. If you do not receive this email contact NEOGOVs Applicant Assistance Line at between 8:00AM to 5:00PM (PST) Monday through Friday excluding holidays.
Only on-line applications will be accepted for this recruitment (paper applications or resumes will not be accepted). Job Interest Notification Cards or copies of previous partial or un-submitted applications are not an acceptable substitute to a completed application.
ALL APPLICATION AND TESTING NOTIFICATIONS WILL BE SENT BY E-MAIL.Applicants should select e-mail as the preferred method of notification. Candidates must maintain an up-to-date valid and reliable e-mail address. Candidates are also responsible for maintaining up-to-date phone numbers and addresses on their on-line account. Due to the number of applications received candidates must check their application status through their on-line account. Contact NEOGOV for assistance if needed.
Information on how to apply for jobs at the VTA is available on the VTA Employment website and from the NEOGOVs Applicant Assistance Line . NEOGOV Applicant support is available from 8:00AM to 5:00PM (PST) Monday through Friday excluding holidays.
Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodations
The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you wish to request an accommodation call the Human Resources Department at or email at.
Application Processing Information
All related current and past work experience (including VTA experience) must be listed and fully described in the Work Experience section of the application (See Resume is not acceptable). Incomplete or improperly completed online applications may be rejected even if you are qualified for the position for which you are applying. It is your responsibility to ensure that the online application reflects the work experience and education needed to meet the requirements for the position you are applying for. Although your resume may have all your experience and education details please make sure to complete each section of the online application to ensure that your information is accurately captured during our screening process.
All applications are subject to review as to meeting minimum qualifications at any point in the recruitment process. Passing any step is no guarantee of continuation if it is determined that the applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the class specification.
Candidates found to have exaggerated/falsified their qualifications experience training and/or education may be disqualified at any point in the recruitment process and may be denied future employment with the VTA.
If selected for the position candidates will be required to complete a criminal conviction disclosure form. Candidates who successfully become VTA employees and fail to disclose any of the criminal background information as required may be subject to discipline up to and including discharge.
Eligible Lists typically remain in effect for six (6) months. However Human Resources may abolish Eligible Lists at any time during the six (6) month period. Human Resources may extend eligible Lists for up to two (2) years. Eligible Lists may be used for more than one recruitment.
If you have questions related to an Eligible List you might be on or were on you should contact Human Resources.If you have questions regarding your status as an applicant for this position please call the Human Resources Department at or email at.
VTA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or religious needs absent undue hardship.
VTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age ancestry color marital status mental or physical disability genetic information national origin immigration status political affiliation race religion creed sex gender identity gender expression sexual orientation pregnancy medical condition disabled veteran or veteran status etc.
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