Bus Mechanic - Full Benefits + Pension + Sign on Bonus

Company: NJ Transit
Location: Elizabeth
Posted on: June 17, 2022

Job Description:

Now Hiring Bus Mechanics!JOB SECURITY, TRAINING, PENSION, EXCELLENT BENEFITS, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION, VOTED FORBES BEST PLACES TO WORKUnder the direction of the Superintendent or General Foreman, a Bus Mechanic is responsible for repairing NJ TRANSIT buses for maintenance work. What We Offer:

• At NJ TRANSIT, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:
• $3,000 - $6,000 Sign On Bonus
• Full benefit package including medical, prescription, dental & vision
• Pension plan plus 457 tax-deferred savings plan
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• On-site position
• Normal working hours are 8:00 am-4:30 pm Monday to Friday (possible overtime)
• Weekends OffAbout the Position
  • Under the direction of the Superintendent or General Foreman, a Bus Mechanic is responsible for repairing NJ TRANSIT buses for maintenance work.
  • Main Functions
    • Conducts a variety of testing, repair, installation and maintenance tasks on equipment including engines, brake systems, suspension, steering, electronics, electrical systems, HVAC, transmission, and painting equipment, as well as
    • Inspects bearings, axles and related parts of brake system
    • Changes filters, oil, tires, worn parts and light bulbs as part of equipment inspection
    • Installs, replaces and reassembles components
    • Removes and replaces defective parts
    • Removes and replaces defective diesel engine parts
    • Repairs and maintains brake systems
    • Repairs equipment using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment and measuring instruments
    • Re-installs (repacks) bearings of brake system
    • Performs necessary adjustments to diesel engine (e.g., valve, timing, injector heights)
    • Determines whether or not equipment is able to stay in serviceRequirements:
      • Must be at least 21 years of age
      • Must have a high school diploma or GED, ASE certification a plus
      • Possess at least three (3) years of automotive mechanical experience, preferably diesel
      • Possess a valid NJ License Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time, and we're looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible. Call 973-298-0315 or Apply Below!

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