Dauphin 2nd Class Mechanic

Seeking a full-time Mechanic for our Dauphin County Division (rabbittransit's Capital Region). Excellent wage and benefit package. Apply today and you could be a part of our exciting future!

Job Location : 901 N. Cameron St Harrisburg, PA 17101

Rate of Pay : $30.83 / hour to start with an increase to $34.26 / hour  after successful completion of 90-day training and probationary period (plus shift differential of $.20 / hr. on 2nd shift or 3rd shift)

$750 tool allowance annually.

Excellent Benefits

Schedule : Four 10-hour shifts. New Hire will be placed on 10 hours, running consecutive days. Shift assignment is determined by bid assignment and seniority.

New Hire will most likely get either of the following shifts.

Sunday through Thursday, 9 PM to 7 : 30 AM, depending on bid assignment, so must have open availability to work any operating hours. Dauphin Mechanic Department operates Sunday 9 PM thru Friday 10 : 30PM, and Saturday 5 : 30AM through 10 : 30 PM.

Role in organization :

The position is critical in assisting Cumberland Dauphin Harrisburg Transit Authority (rabbittransit) in meeting our mission of mobility. The impact of public transportation runs much deeper than a trip from point A to point B. We are the means for which people have access to experiences that alter their lives in meaningful ways. Our culture of innovation and stewardship champions that mission. The second class mechanic performs basic mechanical tasks in the diagnosis of malfunctions, preventative maintenance, state inspections and repairs on all Authority owned vehicles. This position receives guidance, performs duties under guidance of the 1st Class Mechanics, or Manager / Supervisors and works within general guidelines.

Some of Essential knowledge, skills, abilities and experience :

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Two years of full-time experience as a maintenance technician diagnosing malfunctions and repairing heavy-duty vehicles. Up to one year of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of vocational education. One year of maintenance experience on transit vehicles is preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair principles, procedures, methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of equipment and specialized tools.

Certificates and Licenses Required :

See attached job description for more information!

CDL reimbursement program applicable for those obtaining licensure through employer.

The Authority is an equal opportunity employer