Transit Vehicle Mechanic

Transit Vehicle Mechanic

Salary

$52,980.00 - $63,112.00 Annually

Location

Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility - 325 Pound Street, Athens, GA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-1729

Department

Transit

Division

Maint Non-Line

Opening Date

05/22/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Purpose & Job Related Requirements

Transit Mechanic (Tools Provided)

About the Job

If you like working with your hands, solving problems, and keeping things running, this job's for you. As a Transit Mechanic, you'll work on buses, vans, and service vehicles that keep Athens-Clarke County moving every day. You'll be part of a small, skilled team that takes pride in doing the job right - safely and efficiently.

What You'll Get

• All tools and diagnostic gear provided.

• Uniform and shoe allowances - we even provide the uniform laundry service.

• Steady work week (Mon 12:30pm - 9:00pm, Tues-Fri 9:00am-5:30pm) with optional overtime.

• Biweekly pay based on experience starting at $25.47-$30.34/hr

• Training - on the job training for your CDL

• Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, and retirement

• Job stability with the Athens-Clarke County Government.

Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

What You Need

• A degree or certificate in Automotive or Diesel Technology - and one year of professional or personal automotive experience.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to get your Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement within 9 months of hire (free on the job CDL training).
• ASE Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling Certification (or able to earn within 6 months).
• Willing to complete Cummins QuickServe and in-house diagnostic training.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Inspect, repair, and maintain diesel and gasoline engines, brakes, A/C, electrical, and more.
• Use laptop-based diagnostic software (Cummins, Allison, Wabco, etc.) to find and fix issues.
• Handle regular maintenance and manufacturer-recommended service.
• Keep accurate repair records and help keep our fleet road-ready.
• Take part in a rotating on-call schedule for nights, weekends, or holidays.

Supplemental Information

Ready to Get Started?

Apply today and build your future as a Transit Mechanic with Athens-Clarke County Transit. Paid training, steady hours, and a crew that's got your back.

View the complete job description at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/athensclarke/classspecs?keywords=transit%20mechanic

ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or leah.jagatic@accgov.com.

Total compensation at the Unified Government includes a comprehensive set of benefits, a well-established culture of wellness, and a secure retirement that set us apart as a stable Employer of Choice where you can serve and make a difference in the community.

Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.

Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.

As an Employer of Choice, we offer:

Health

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription drug plan

Wellness

• Onsite Employee Wellness Center - free for employees, spouse, and children 18+
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness education and incentive programs
• Annual Wellness Fair
• Annual employee appreciation events
• Free onsite health screenings (to include hearing, skin cancer, biometric screening, flu shots)
• Safety & Risk training and job-related vaccinations

Family and Career

• Training and professional development opportunities through the Organizational Development Department
• Opportunities and Career Development via the Government Wide Learning Management System

Time

• Annual/Sick leave
• 13 paid holidays per calendar year

Money

• Robust Wellness Program - earn up to $175 per quarter for participation
• Health Savings Account for medical and dependent care
• Employer Paid Pension Plan (10 years of service)
• 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Program with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer - Federal Student Aid
• Financial education programs
• Uniforms provided (if applicable)
• Discount Admissions - ACCGov Parks, Georgia Aquarium

Protection

• Group Accident insurance
• Critical Illness insurance
• MASA Medical Transportation Insurance
• Employer paid basic life insurance
• Whole life insurance
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Contributory term life insurance
• Pet Insurance

To learn more about the Benefits offered at ACCGov, you may access them below.

BENEFITS

http://www.accgov.com/434/Benefits

WELLNESS

http://www.accgov.com/wellness

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

http://www.accgov.com/index.aspx?nid=791

01

Which best describes your highest level of education?

• High School diploma or GED from an institution accredited by SACS
• Some education beyond high school
• Technical or Vocational Degree
• Associate Degree or higher

02

Do you have an Automotive or Diesel Technical College degree/diploma?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of personal or professional automotive repair or related experience do you have? This experience must be verifiable in your work history.

• None
• Some experience but less than one year
• 1 year or more but less than three years
• Three years or more but less than five years

04

Do you possess a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

05

Please indicate below any of the preferred qualifications you possess.

• ASE Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling Certification
• Type II high pressure air conditioning certification
• Valid Class B Georgia Commercial Drivers License
• Valid Class B Georgia Commercial Drivers License with passenger endorsement
• Cummins QuickServe Training for Cummins Midrange Engines
• Experience using any of the following diagnostic software: Cummins Allison Apollo International Wabco Dinex Multiplex GFI
• None of the above

Required Question

Employer Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County

Address 375 Satula Avenue

Human Resources Department

Athens, Georgia, 30601

Phone 706-613-3090

Website http://www.accgov.com