Mechanic

Overview

Thank you for your interest in working for Long Beach Transit. We are hiring, and all LBT job applications must be submitted online through our career's website.

Long Beach Transit (LBT) is dedicated to connecting communities and moving people…making everyday life better.  Our vision is to be a leading provider of transportation options delivering innovative and high-performing services within a multi-modal network that transforms the social, environmental and economic well-being of the diverse communities we serve.

As an organization we focus our employees on our vision to:

• Consider the customer first in decision making by being of service to others.
• Operate with Integrity-especially when no one is watching.
• Be open to new ideas and Continuous Improvement – seek ways to improve current processes.
• Be Proactive - take personal ownership especially when things go wrong.
• Cultivate the Potential of every employee – we must strengthen LBT through development and training.

Long Beach Transit maintains a fleet of buses, which includes 60-ft. articulated buses, gasoline hybrids, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), Diesel, and battery propulsions systems.  This position performs all types of bus vehicle repairs, inspections, maintenance and electrical repairs, ranging from minor to major.   Mechanics that are hired will be placed in  “C” classification. Under supervision and training, have opportunities for advancement to "B" and "A" mechanic.

Excellent fringe benefits:

• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.
• Medical, dental and vision plan for you and your family available
• Company pension plan
• Company paid life insurance and employee assistance program
• Uniform allowance

Responsibilities

• Able to demonstrate safe working practices
• Troubleshoot, service and repair; diesel, CNG, gasoline hybrid, and battery powered propulsion systems
• Works with all tools of the trade, including bus computer based diagnostic software programs
• Performs all preventative maintenance inspections
• Inspects and maintains air systems and air brake components
• Performs detailed electrical repairs and diagnoses component failures
• Performs suspension repairs and maintenance
• Performs diagnosis and repairs for heating, ventilations and air conditioning systems
• Ability to work independently performing over the road repairs
• Performs engine and transmission diagnosis and repairs
• Assists other mechanics as needed
• Ability to learn new technologies

Qualifications

Candidates must be 21 years or older with a valid California Class C driver’s license, an excellent safe driving record, and a Class B driver’s permit, with the ability to upgrade to a Class B license. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The essential duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

The equivalent of a high school diploma or GED.  Two years of full-time hands-on vehicle mechanic experience, equivalent training and education/coursework in this field may be considered. Knowledge of electrical systems, heavy equipment, and alternative fuel.  Intermediate knowledge with computer diagnostics and computer skills are highly desirable.

Other Requirements

The essential functions of the job are performed in a shop environment.  This job requires an individual to obtain personal tools and meet the company’s tool requirements.  Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English well enough to perform the job, and be willing to work any of the three shifts available.

Salary Structure 

Mechanic C - $32.59 per hour 

Mechanic B - $36.91 per hour

Mechanic A - $39.27 per hour

Based on experience, with excellent company paid fringe benefits.

Application

Apply online at www.ridelbt.com/careers  Online applications must include past work history and be fully completed to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application. 

Upon Request, a Driving Record printout is required with application (must be current within the 30 days of the printout).

Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Long Beach Transit does not sponsor H-1B or other related work visas. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Successful candidate must pass agency and Department of Transportation (DOT) physical, drug and alcohol tests.

Long Beach Transit, 1963 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach, CA 90813

This job information is not intended to be a complete listing of all the job duties required of this position, but to provide information on the general scope of the position.