Fleet Mechanic

Help us keep Cincinnati moving! As a Fleet Mechanic at Metro, you’re more than a mechanic — you’re a highly trained professional in a specialized field, committed to maintaining the highest standards of public transit service. In this role, you will use your keen problem‑solving and leadership skills to foster a culture of safety, innovation, and operational excellence while working with sustainable, state‑of‑the‑art equipment that helps reduce our community’s carbon footprint.

Apply for the Fleet Mechanic position today and enjoy competitive pay, paid training, performance‑based career growth, and a generous benefits package. As a Metro Fleet Mechanic, you can build a meaningful career while helping thousands of riders reach their destinations safely and reliably. Join the Metro crew and help us keep Cincinnati moving!

• A-Rate Starting Pay Rate: $37.50/hr up to $41.50
  * based on job and certifications
• B-Rate Starting Pay Rate: $36.15/hr up to $40.15
  * based on job and certifications
• Additional $.50/hr shift differential
  * Additional $.50/hr per qualified ASE certification for up to 7 ASE certifications
• Trainees without a CDL earn a reduced rate during training until CDL is obtained

• A-Rate CDL Training Rate: $36.39/hr
• B-Rate CDL Training Rate: $32.53/hr
• Trainees without a CDL earn a reduced rate during training until CDL is obtained

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on diesel, hybrid, and electric buses.
• Conduct preventive maintenance tasks to meet regulatory, safety, and operational standards.
• Overhaul or replace major components, including engines, transmissions, brakes, and steering systems.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and software for complex vehicle systems, including electronic fareboxes and multiplexed circuits.
• Perform thorough pre‑ and post‑trip inspections to ensure fleet readiness and safety.
• Ensure all work complies with DOT, FTA, OSHA, and Metro safety regulations.
• Identify and report potential safety hazards, mechanical deficiencies, or operational risks promptly.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records for audits, reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for complex vehicle issues, providing solutions and guidance to the team.
• Mentor and train junior technicians, apprentices, and new hires in advanced repair techniques and safetyplant protocols.
Contribute to continuous improvementchine initiatives to increase fleet reliability and minimize downtime.
• Operate and maintain specialized diagnostic equipment, lifts, and hand/power tools safely and effectively.
• Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and storage of all tools and equipment.
• Accurately record all maintenance work, parts स्टेशन, and labor hours in Metro’s maintenance management system.
• Prepare detailed service reports, maintenance logs, and technical documentation.
• Analyze fleet performance and repair data to recommend improvements and preventive measures.
• Work closely with operations, dispatch, and management to schedule maintenance with minimal service disruption.
• Provide clear updates on vehicle status, repair progress, and maintenance priorities.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to implement new vehicle technologies and system upgrades.
• Stay current with emerging transit technologies, including alternative fuel systems and advanced diagnostics.
• Participate in training, manufacturer certifications, and professional development programs.
• Apply new tools, techniques, and best practices to improve maintenance efficiency and fleet reliability.
• Work safely in accordance with Metro policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Lifting, lowering, and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. (F)
• Standing, walking, sitting, climbing ladders, balancing, kneeling, crouching/squatting, crawling, lower back movements, reaching (horizontal/vertical), elbow movements, wrist movements, fine motor finger movements (F)
• Performing overhead work (F)
• Operating motor coach for diagnostic purposes (F)
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