C Mechanic

The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting for a "C" Mechanic position in the Maintenance Department. The "C" Mechanic will perform periodic and emergency maintenance procedures on all Agency vehicles assigned (cars, vans, trucks, and buses), including but not limited to inspections, repair of minor defects and failures, replacement of various vehicle components (application valves, brake lining, etc.). 

Please be advised that this may involve assignment at either our Riverside or Hemet locations. Applicants must be available to work 7 days per week, including holidays and all shifts. 

Essential job duties include but not limited to:

• Assist "A" and "B" Mechanics as necessary, operate Agency vehicles as necessary (non-revenue service);
• Make minor road calls (brake adjustments, flasher or bulb replacements, etc.) as needed;
• Maintain proper maintenance and inventory records;
• Assist Servicers when necessary in the servicing of vehicles and the performing of other related tasks as required.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school or its equivalent with at least 1 year of experience in maintaining either autos, buses or heavy equipment.  

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION
Must possess a valid non-restricted California driver's license and be able to obtain a Class B license and medical certificate.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
 Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

A current valid non-restricted Class C Driver's License is required. Additionally, obtain an official DMV driving history printout from a branch of the DMV printout (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) must be provided with the application. The DMV driving history must be clear of  suspensions for any reason within the past five (5) years and have no more than three (3) points within the past five (5) years, and no two (2) point violations.

For information regarding non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) holders. Please select FMSCA presser, using the link below:
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No accidents which applicant contributed to cause within 3 years from your application date
Have appeared in court as required

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 
Any bargaining unit employee who completes a minimum of classroom instruction consisting of three courses at an accredited college will meet minimum qualification requirements for promotion to “C” Mechanic.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. 

The selection procedures may change depending on the needs of the Agency; if such changes apply, qualified applicants will be notified prior to the administration of examinations.

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION OR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION CLICK HERE: Application Guide

The Riverside Transit Agency complies with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of accommodation requests prior to the first test part. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the Riverside Transit Agency requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity. 

***RTA IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER***

Note to Internal Candidates:
 The following areas will be reviewed as part of the selection process:

• May be required to pass job related skills test(s). Testing may include, but is not limited to:   
  • Written test(s)
  • Oral test(s)
  • Practical test(s)
• Past year performance record will be reviewed:
  • Discipline - no more than 1 written warning within last year. Excludes accidents and attendance, which are described below.
  • Must have zero additional disciplinary actions, i.e. no:
    • Further Written Warnings
    • Final Warnings
    • Suspensions
  • Must have no more than 1 Late Arrival within the last 12 months.
  • Must have no more than 1 Attendance Point in the last year.
  • Preventable Accidents - no more than 1 written warning within the last year.
  • Performance Appraisal ratings must be at or above "Meets Standards."
  • Applications who request to transfer to a different department will be eligible to do so after 1 year of service.