What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transit Vehicle Mechanic position at Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County?
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 $26.23 - $31.25/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.
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.
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.
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 mechanicACCGov 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.
Salary : $54,569 - $65,004