Journeyman Mechanic
Orange County Transportation Authority - Santa Ana, CA
posted 4 days ago
About the position
Discover work that moves you in a dynamic and innovative setting. Be part of a team delivering Orange County's transportation network of today and creating a vision for the future. OCTA is the county's transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare, microtransit, paratransit, active transportation, and environmental programs. We're passionate about creating a balanced, equitable and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county's 34 cities and 3.2 million residents. Our employees rated OCTA as a top workplace in Orange County. Come join us on our mission of keeping Orange County moving.
Responsibilities
- Performs maintenance inspections and make repairs found during inspections
- Inspect, diagnose, and make repairs of mechanical defects on transit buses and related mechanical equipment
- Inspect and maintain the vehicle air and brake system
- Performs brake relines on both drum and disc brake systems
- Performs diagnosis and repair of the engine, transmission, differential, suspension, HVAC, cooling, and fuel systems
- Performs detailed electrical diagnosis and repairs
- Maintains accurate records for repairs made and time worked
- Performs road tests of transit buses to ensure reliability and accuracy of repairs made
- Operates a variety of air and pneumatic powered tools
- On occasions assists other mechanics as needed
- Maintains clean work area and tools
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is preferred
- A minimum of three years of experience including general heavy equipment, automotive maintenance, repair work or successful completion of the OCTA Apprentice Mechanic program
- Substantial experience in repairing CNG equipment, especially buses, and completion of a recognized course in diesel or automotive mechanics is desired
- The ability to obtain a valid Class B California Driver License with P endorsement
- Good DMV record in accordance with agency standards
- Possession of necessary tools to perform above duties
- Possession of approved steel-toed safety shoes for wear on the job
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge of zero emissions technology is highly desirable (i.e., hydrogen fuel cell and battery electric technologies)
Benefits
- Starting pay rate: $32.26 an hour
- Pay rate increases incrementally according to the union contract
- Current top wage: $41.31 after 36 months
- Employees that work swing and graveyard shifts are eligible for a shift differential of 3% or 5% of their base pay, respectively
- $3 more per hour can be obtained for completion and maintaining the H Series and L2 ASE certifications, with the potential to earn an extra $1 per hour for bidding into a Master Transit Bus Technician slot for a total of up to an extra $4 an hour on top of the base pay
