Senior Body Mechanic

AC Transit is actively recruiting for the position of Senior Body Mechanic. Under general supervision, the Senior Body Mechanic position, inspects and removes, repairs, adjusts and repairs metal, fiberglass, and glass components on buses, and all other types of District vehicles.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for the largest bus agency in California. In addition to working with some of the best in the business, AC Transit also has an excellent benefits package that includes pension, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending and a 457 savings plan.

• Examines and diagnoses damage to metal, plastic, and fiberglass body panels and a variety of parts and components on District vehicles. Determines proper course of action to facilitate vehicle repair, adjustment, and component replacement.
• Removes, repairs, adjusts, and replaces body panels, doors, seats and flooring, destination signs, and windows.
• Cuts body panels using plasma arc cutter, and uses oxy-acetylene cutting/welding, and MIG welding equipment to repair and form body panels and other automotive and bus parts.
• Applies body fillers; sands, and paints, as appropriate.
• Welds and rivets body parts, as needed.
• Locates and repairs leaks at seams and beading.
• Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, hydraulic lifts, hoists and jacks, and tugs used for pulling disabled buses.
• Communicates and consults with District staff from Transportation, Maintenance, and Materials.
• Performs related duties, as required.

Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade.

A minimum of one year as a skilled professional Body Repair Mechanic in a body shop specializing in heavy-duty body and fender repair. For INTERNAL CANDIDATES: successful completion of an auto body related certificate of achievement, or equivalent, from an accredited community college, vocational or technical school. Candidates must be able to demonstrate knowledge and ability to safely perform the functions of the job.

A Certificate of training in MIG welding and/or ASE certification in automotive body repair. Three (3) years experience as a skilled professional Body Repair Mechanic.

(1) Must pass a performance test of requisite skills, including the use of a plasma cutter, and MIG welding. (2) Must possess, or obtain and maintain all tools necessary to perform the functions of the classification. (3) Must pass a physical examination regarding the ability to use a respirator.

Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License, and meet the District’s safe driving standards.

Must possess the physical condition necessary to perform the following on a frequent or continual basis: stand, transport oneself from station to station in a large maintenance facility, safely access service bays, sit while reviewing or preparing work orders and other paperwork, bend, squat, stoop, turn, climb, kneel, twist, perform simple and power grasping, push, pull, perform fine hand and finger manipulations, safely lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to seventy (70) lbs.,

and use appropriate lifting equipment and techniques for heavier items.

THIS POSITION IS A UNION POSITION, REPRESENTED BY ATU

The transit professionals who call AC Transit home represent the rich cultural diversity of the Bay Area. For more than 60 years, we have been an equal opportunity employer honoring religion, ethnic background, national origin, gender, gender expression, genetic information, disabilities, age, and veteran status. We are not only an inclusive employer but also offer a comprehensive benefits package rooted in choice, flexibility, and affordability.

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