MECHANIC C

MECHANIC C

Salary

$44.12 - $55.11 Hourly

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Job Type

Regular Employee

Job Number

2401044-9

Cabinet

OPERATIONS

Cost Center

3365 - BUS DIVISION MAINTENANCE

Opening Date

10/12/2026

Closing Date

10/27/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

ATU

Max Number of Applicants

600

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

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

Basic Function

Under close supervision, performs basic preventive and remedial diagnostics and troubleshooting, along with performing maintenance and repairs of transit and/or automotive vehicles, and assists other mechanics in more complex assignments; performs other related duties.

Application cut-off: Please be aware that only the first 600 applicants will be guaranteed consideration for this position. Be sure to submit your application promptly, as the bulletin will close once 600 applications are received.

Recruitment Timelines: Exams are projected to be scheduled for the week of November 2, 2026. Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of November 9, 2026. Performance exams are projected to be scheduled for the week of November 16, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.

Examples of Duties

• Moves parts and components with approved hoists, lifts and dollies to perform maintenance and repair
• Removes, repairs, replaces and adjusts components of major bus and/or automotive systems, including, but not limited to, engine, electrical, suspension, fueling, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Performs remedial diagnostics and troubles-shooting on transit related bus and or automotive systems
• Performs regular preventive maintenance inspections of bus and/or automotive systems, repairs minor problems, and completes written form documentation of defects repaired and or needing repair
• Uses computerised management systems to report to and from work, logon to work order assignments, and create work orders for repairs needed
• Performs brake relines to include lubricating bearings, checking and replacing worn components, installation of brake shoes and final adjustments of all wheel end components
• Repairs minor damage to interior and/or exterior of buses and/or other equipment including, but not limited to, torn seats, broken windows, door panels, and windshields, minor dents, and cosmetic paint damage
• Operates tow truck, responds to in-sevice road failures, performs on-site remedial repairs to return buses and/or automobiles to the operating division
• Assists higher level mechanics with more complex repairs
• Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years experience as a heavy equipment or automotive mechanic; ORSuccessful completion of a 2-year, full-time training program in automotive technology or heavy duty truck maintenance and repair from an accredited trade or vocation school; OR1 year work full time vocational (30 semester units) and 1 year experience as a heavy equipment or automotive mechanic
• Must be able to obtain a Class A-P permit or AP drivers license
• Must have a valid California Class C drivers license or be able to obtain a California Class C drivers license prior to beginning employment with Metro
• Current and verifiable full ASE (H) Series Transit Certifications in H1-CNG, H3-Drive Train, H4-Brakes, H5-Suspension/Steering, H6-Electrical/Electronics is desirable

Essential Knowledge

Knowledge

• Methods, materials, equipment and safety procedures utilized in the maintenance of either or diesel or gasoline engines, electrical systems, fueling systems and other systems found in heavy equipment and other vehicles
• Shop math, vehicle operations and safety

Abilities

• Maintain and repair heavy mechanical and/or automotive equipment, safely operate a variety of hand tools and shop power equipment
• Learn other bus propulsion systems such as compressed natural gas engines (CNG) and Hybrid high voltage systems
• Safely operate buses, tow trucks, and other Metro vehicles
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 80 pounds
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Special Conditions

• Must provide tool storage unit and own tools of the trade as identied under Los Angeles Metros Basic Tool List
• 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

(AS)

Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro's Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.

Selection Procedure

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Application Procedure

To apply, visit Metros website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.

Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations:

METRO Headquarters, Employment Office

One Gateway Plaza

Los Angeles, CA 90012

Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm

(Closed Sat & Sun)

Metro Talent Hub

8501 S. Evermont Place

Los Angeles, CA 90044

Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm

(Closed Sat & Sun)

East Los Angeles Customer Center

4501 B Whittier Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90022

Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm

(Closed Sun & Mon)

Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center

3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174

Los Angeles, CA 90010

Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm

(Closed Sat & Sun)

Rosa Parks Customer Center

Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station

11720 Wilmington Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90059

Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm

(Closed Sat & Sun)

Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.

All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.

• Open to the public and all Metro employees

This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.

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

01

Are you a current Metro employee?

• Yes
• No

02

If you indicated being a current Metro employee, please enter your employee badge number in the field below. If you selected "No" to the previous question, please enter "N/A."

03

Are you able to work a flexible work schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and includes varying shifts?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a valid class C Drivers License or have the ability to obtain one before an offer of employment?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you able to obtain a Class A-P permit or A-P drivers license?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you meet ONE of the following requirements? If so, please select below.

• 2 years of full-time paid experience as a heavy equipment mechanic or automotive mechanic
• 2 years of full-time training in automotive technology or heavy-duty truck maintenance and repair at an accredited trade or vocational school
• 1 year of full-time paid experience and 1 year of full-time training, as referenced above
• 2 years of full-time paid experience as a heavy equipment mechanic or automotive mechanic
• 2 years of full-time training in automotive technology or heavy-duty truck maintenance and repair at an accredited trade or vocational school
• 1 year of full-time paid experience and 1 year of full-time training, as referenced above
• None of the above

07

For the following response, do not refer to or rely on a resume as we will not review resumes to determine qualifications. If you indicated having experience/education in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience/education, including names of employers/schools, dates of employment, and a detailed description of duties performed/certificates received. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."

Required Question

Employer Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA)

Address One Gateway Plaza

Los Angeles, California, 90012

Website https://www.metro.net/careers