Automotive & Equipment Mechanic; SEIU); External

Note:

This job announcement closes on November 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time. Applications for this posting will be reviewed in batches based on the following schedule:

• Round 1:
  August 31, 2026 - September 30, 2026
• Round 2:
  October 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026
• Round 3:
  November 1, 2026 - November 30, 2026

Pay Rate

SEIU Maintenance Worker III

Pay Grade 301

$43.57/hour (Minimum/Step 76) – $56.96/hour (Maximum/Step 99)

Note:

External candidates will start at Step 76

Reports To

Manager of Automotive and Equipment Maintenance or designee

Days Off

Variable

Who May Apply

All future BART Employees

Current Assignment

This job announcement will be used to establish a pool of eligible candidates for vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months.

The Automotive and Equipment Maintenance Department at the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is seeking a skilled Automotive and Equipment Mechanic to support the District's growing fleet of non-revenue vehicles and equipment, including passenger vehicles, light, medium and heavy-duty trucks, fixed and high-rail equipment, and small motorized equipment. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the equipment that supports BART's daily transit operations across the Bay Area.

The successful candidate will join a team responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a diverse range of gasoline and diesel-powered equipment, applying knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and diesel systems. This position requires a hands‑on professional who can perform full‑scope journey level repairs, from routine preventive maintenance to complex diagnostics using computerized systems, while maintaining accurate documentation and supporting continuous improvement in fleet reliability.

Current operational priorities for this position include:

• Reducing equipment downtime through proactive troubleshooting and preventive maintenance practices
• Maintaining compliance with Cal-OSHA and District safety standards, including proper use of respiratory protective equipment
• Supporting the department's transition to increasingly computerized diagnostic tools and recordkeeping systems
• Providing timely, high-quality repairs to minimize disruption to field operations and on‑site equipment needs
• Collaborating with supervisors and equipment users to identify and resolve recurring operational issues

The most qualified candidates for this position will have highly developed competencies in the following areas, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be articulated during the selection process:

• Troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system failures in automotive and heavy equipment
• Performing engine tune‑ups, rebuilds, and repairs on gasoline and diesel powered equipment of varying sizes
• Servicing, adjusting, and repairing transmissions, differentials, clutches, and power take‑off apparatus
• Diagnosing and repairing braking, suspension, steering, cooling, and exhaust systems
• Safely operating hand and power tools common to the automotive trade
• Reading and interpreting repair manuals, wiring diagrams, and parts documentation
• Maintaining accurate written and computerized service records
• Communicating effectively and maintaining professional working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and equipment users

This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of specialized equipment within a large public transit agency, while contributing directly to the safety and reliability of the systems that keep BART running for the communities it serves.

The selection process for this position may include one or more of the following: a skills or…