Body Mechanic B

Body Mechanic B

The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting for the position of Body Mechanic B in our Maintenance Department. The Body Mechanic B will perform vehicle body and chassis repair work on all Agency vehicles assigned. Applicants must be available to work all weekdays, including weekends, holidays, and all shifts. Applications will be reviewed in the order received and the posting may close at any time.

Duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Checking vehicle and diagnosing damages
• Paint vehicle surfaces and parts
• Fit and replace panels, repair dents and scratches
• Weld with gas and arc equipment
• Maintain proper maintenance and repair records
• Operate Agency vehicles as necessary (non-revenue service)
• Make road calls as needed
• Assist Body Mechanic "A" in the various duties of repair and paint
• Performs related tasks as required

Education, which may include vocational studies, may satisfy up to the two (2) year requirement listed above. A current valid non-restricted Class C Driver's License is required. Additionally, obtain an official DMV K4 printout from a branch of the DMV (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) must be provided with the application. The DMV K4 must be clear of suspensions for any reason within the past five (5) years and have no more than three (3) points within the past five (5) years, and no two (2) point violations. No accidents which applicant contributed to cause within 3 years from your application date. Have appeared in court as required.

Note to Internal Candidates: Candidates will be required to pass job related skill(s) test(s). Testing may include, but is not limited to: Written test(s), Oral test(s), Practical test(s). Past year performance record will be reviewed: Discipline other than attendance & accidents - only 1 written warning in last year. Must have zero additional disciplinary actions, i.e. no: Further Written Warnings, Final Warnings, Suspension. Must have no more than 1 Late Arrival within the last 12 months. Must have no more than 1 Attendance Point in the last year. Preventable Accidents - only 1 written warning within the last year. Performance Appraisal ratings must be at or above "Meets Standards."

Advancement will be determined by qualification (as listed above) or by seniority in cases where qualification is deemed equal.

The Riverside Transit Agency offers an attractive benefits package. Maintenance employees and Coach Operators are Union members and receive the following benefits:

• The Riverside Transit Agency contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) to administer the retirement benefits.
• Medical available to employees at minimal cost with a contribution toward dependent coverage, Chiro/Acupuncture/Vision benefits included with Medical Insurance.
• Dental Insurance available at no cost for HMO employee only coverage. PPO coverage is offered; however, RTA will pay up to the HMO employee only premium.
• Vision Insurance available at employee cost.
• Symetra Voluntary Insurance available at employee cost.
• Basic Life Insurance ($35,000) provided at no cost.
• Supplemental Life Insurance available at employee cost.
• Deferred Compensation Programs available.
• Free Transportation Pass for employee and eligible dependents.
• Direct Deposit available
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid time off earned in 1st year: 2 weeks' vacation, 8 floating holidays, 7 regular holidays, and 7 sick leave days.
• Employee Assistance Programs available for employee and immediate family members.