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Join Our Team as a Transit Mechanic!

Are you ready to kickstart a fulfilling career where you will service the engines that keep our communities moving? At Community Transit, we're looking for dedicated individuals eager to learn new skills and work with innovative technology in a supportive environment. Discover why joining our team could be the best career move you make!

Job Security

The transit industry is evolving rapidly, creating a wealth of opportunities for skilled mechanics like you. As our light rail network expands and communities grow, so does the need for reliable transportation and the professionals who maintain it. This is a prime moment to become a part of an essential service.

Retirement Benefits

Your future matters. As a Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) employer, we offer outstanding pension benefits to ensure your financial security in retirement. Our pension plan provides dependable monthly income, unaffected by market fluctuations, giving you peace of mind as you plan your future.

Focus on Quality

We prioritize the well-being of our workforce because we believe that happy employees are key to a well-functioning operation. At Community Transit, you'll experience a workplace that values quality work over quotas, encouraging continuous learning and problem-solving while keeping safety and health as a top priority.

Variety of Work

Expect diversity in your daily tasks as a Transit Mechanic! Move away from mundane assembly lines, and embrace new challenges each day. With access to a range of vehicles and ever-evolving technology, no two days will be alike, empowering you to grow your skill set continually.

Advanced Tools and Facilities

Benefit from working in spacious, heated, and illuminated shops equipped with state-of-the-art tools, making your job smoother and more enjoyable. You'll receive comprehensive training, including OEM training, with dedicated full-time trainers to elevate your skills and expertise.

Sign-On Bonus!

To make your transition to a new career easier, we offer a generous $5,000 sign-on bonus! That's right, you'll also enjoy competitive pay and fantastic benefits. Start your journey with us and receive that extra cash boost!

(*Sign-on incentive bonus subject to qualifications, with milestones for payout based on completion of specific timeframes.)

Qualifications

If you have:

• 4 years of experience in mechanical repair on diesel or gasoline-powered equipment (including electrical systems, gas and diesel engines, air systems, suspensions, and brakes).
  OR
• 2 years of experience and completion of a 2-year vocational or community college diesel mechanics program.

Your hard work deserves reward. We provide:

• Starting pay for Journey-level Mechanics: $50.30 per hour, plus excellent benefits.
• Shift differentials: $51.55 per hour for swing shifts and $52.81 per hour for graveyard shifts before overtime.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• PERS Retirement pension.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• 152 hours of paid time off annually.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 6 days of Washington Paid Sick Leave.
• Wellness program access.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care.

Additional Perks for Mechanics:

• Uniforms and protective clothing provided by the employer.
• Allowance for personal tools, rain gear, and safety shoes.
• Employee assistance program for personal support.
• ORCA bus pass for public transport.
• Transportation incentives for employees who rideshare.
• Employee recognition program.
• Company-paid DOT medical exams at partnered facilities.