What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transit Mechanic position at City of Battle Creek, MI?
Salary : $21.64 Hourly
Location : Battle Creek, MI
Job Type : Full-Time
Department : Transit
Opening Date : 03 / 15 / 2024
Closing Date : Continuous
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : ATU
The City of Battle Creek ("The City") provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The City expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Improper interference with the ability of the City employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
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Description
The City of Battle Creek, Transit Department is looking for entry level to advanced Mechanics. If you are looking for a career and not just a job, please apply.
Performs intermediate semiskilled work performing automotive maintenance and repair; related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Transit Maintenance Supervisor.
This position is considered safety-sensitive and will require the candidate to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test. Employees will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under the Federal Transit Administration. This position requires a CDL class B with airbrake, and Passenger endorsement; Battle Creek Transit will train the right candidates who do not already possess a CDL. All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a minimum of a one-year DOT medical card.
Benefits include paid vacation, holidays, insurance, and retirement plan which will be available on the first date of employment.
Starting pay from $21.64 / hr - $25.05 / hr
Examples of Duties
- Adjusts and repairs automotive equipment using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment. Disassembles defective equipment, such as air compressors, hydraulic pumps, and transfer pumps. Reassembles, adjusts and tests repaired equipment. May replace defective parts, using pipe fittings and / or welding tools. May install new equipment as necessary.
- Overhauls automotive engines or rebuilds parts as necessary. Adjusts brakes, replaces or repairs tires, and makes automotive repairs to electrical systems to heavy duty buses and other City vehicles. Performs preventative maintenance and tune-ups on all vehicles.
- Prepare records and documentation of work performed on vehicles.
Typical Qualifications
Supplemental Information
Physical Requirement / Working Conditions :
This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, bending, reaching, hand dexterity (grasping, holding, keyboarding, repetitive movements), reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, seeing (near and / or far, color, depth, field of vision), hearing, using the telephone, contact with government officials and the general public, working overtime, and working inside and alone. Work frequently requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles and exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working in high, precarious places, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).
At the City of Battle Creek, we understand that benefits are an important part of the total compensation package. As such, we strive to offer employees a generous benefit package that provides flexibility, choice, and value, allowing employees to not only meet their needs today but to plan for a secure future.
Full-time employee benefits - Benefits vary slightly by union contract, employment agreement, or policy. For benefits specific to this role, please reach out to careers@battlecreekmi.gov.
Medical : Choose from a PPO plan with BCBS or an HMO plan with BCN and pair your election with a Health Savings Account.
Dental : 100% employer-paid through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Life Insurance : 100% employer-paid basic life insurance with AD&D benefit equal to 2X the employee's base annual earnings up to $400,000. Limited coverage is also provided for spouses and children.
Sickness and Accident : 100% employer-sponsored partial wage replacement for short-term disabilities after meeting eligibility criteria.
Retirement Savings :
Employer Assistance Plan (EAP) : 100% Employer paid through Pine Rest
Paid Time Off : Generous PTO package - Paid Time Off will vary by position and is outlined within City Policy or union contract.
Paid Holidays : 13 paid holidays per year
Voluntary Benefits :
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer
Click the link below for 2024 BENEFIT INFORMATION
In addition to the above, some positions may qualify for :
Do you or can you obtain a Class B CDL with airbrake and passenger endorsement?
Are you in possession of an Electrical Systems Certification with a total of at least 4 other certifications listed in either the Master Heavy-duty Truck Mechanic or Master Automobile Mechanic for the State of Michigan?
If not, do you have the ability to obtain at least (3) certifications listed in either the Master Heavy-duty Truck Mechanic or Master Automobile Mechanic for the State of Michigan?
If yes, how long do you think it would take you to obtain those certifications?
Required Question
Salary : $400,000
