BODY REPAIRER A

Job Title

Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Description

Under moderate supervision, repairs damage to revenue bus bodies.

Examples Of Duties

• Repairs damaged bodies and body parts of revenue buses using a variety of hand and power tools following blue prints, specifications, diagrams, and repair manuals
• Examines damage to vehicles and estimates cost of repairs
• Straightens body panels, bent frames, supporting structures and other parts damaged in accidents
• Removes damaged parts, including panels, and floors, using wrenches and cutting tools
• Bolts, rivets, and welds replacement parts in position
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, including bondo patches
• Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic systems, window and seat assemblies and trim to allow access to damaged body structure
• Adjusts headlights, aligns frames and suspensions after repair of body
• Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of journey-level experience performing repair of heavy vehicle or automotive bodies and related parts and structures AND completion of a 2 year program from accredited school in auto/truck body repair OR
• Four of years of journey-level experience performing repair of heavy vehicle or automotive bodies and related parts and structures
• Experience repairing buses and related parts and structures desirable
• Valid California Class C driver's license

Essential Knowledge

Knowledge

• Theories, principles, and practices in the repair of revenue bus bodies, frames, and structural parts
• Operations of various hand and power tools and equipment, including wrenches, cutting torches, welding equipment, hydraulic jacks and sanders
• Power equipment operations and safety
• Shop mathematics
• Vehicle operations and safety

Abilities

• Repair revenue bus bodies, frames and structural parts
• Read, understand, and apply blueprints, diagrams and specifications
• Assess cost of repairs
• Safely operate Metro vehicles
• Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment
• Communicate effectively with others
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Travel to offsite locations within a reasonable timeframe
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Special Conditions

• Must possess required standard tools of the specified trade
• Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
• Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations

LACMTA Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Group Life Insurance
• Holidays
• Sick time
• Vacation time
• Pension plan
• Social Security coverage
• Transportation passes
• Credit union
• Tuition assistance
• Deferred Compensation 401 (k)
• Thrift plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Jury duty
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance