TRAX Mechanic​/Technician Apprentice - Salt Lake​/Jordan River

Utah Transit Authority

Job Summary:

Participates in related technical instruction and attends classroom instruction as required and passes written and hands‑on tests. This is a competency‑based program. Competency in the following 12 modules must be demonstrated within the time allotted:
Preventative Maintenance, Electrical, Brakes, Couplers, Trucks, HVAC, Doors and Ramps, Propulsion, Power Distribution, Car Body, Communications, Vehicle Control Systems. Perform manual tasks under supervision as needed. Assist advance‑skill employees in complex repairs and component rebuild using hand and power tools as directed. Performs preventative maintenance inspections and associated repairs. Performs other related duties as assigned. See the Collective Bargaining Agreement for details.

• Successful candidates must have ALL of the following:
  • Able to pass both an aptitude and standardized test determined by UTA. Employees will be able take both of these tests on UTA time. UTA will pay the standardized test fee, one time, for qualifying employees.
  • Have required tools prior to the start of paid training.
  • Able to acquire and maintain a DOT card.
  • Have a valid Utah driver's license.
  • Be a safe driver with no more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years.
  • Have no violations of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years.
• Successful candidates must have ONE of the following:
  • Have a 2-year degree in a related field
  • —OR— Have a military MOS in a related field
  • —OR— Have one year of related technical school AND one year of related experience
  • —OR—Have 6 months UTA experience (TVT/Helper level).

The Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee shall verify that employees entering the apprenticeship program meet the minimum qualifications.

Able to perform the physical requirements of the job to include prolonged periods of standing, and walking, lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs constantly and over 51 lbs occasionally. Able to crawl, bend, twist, balance, and reach in tight and awkward positions.

This job requires regular and predictable attendance.

- OR - An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.

6:00 am – 4:30 pm – Sunday, Monday, & Tuesday off

2:00 pm – 12:30 am – Thursday, Friday & Saturday off

9:00 pm – 7:30 am – Sunday, Monday, & Tuesday off

* Subject to Change to attend training

* Shift & Days Off Subject to Change

Pay Rate: $27.13 – $31.13 per hour plus $1.00 to $1.50 shift differential depending on shift, if applicable. This is a four‑year wage progression. The Apprentice shall receive an additional $0.30 per hour each six months as an Apprentice up to the top Apprentice rate beginning six months after the start of the apprenticeship program. Upon graduation, apprentices shall advance to the Journeyist classification and wage (current $36.82 per hour).

January 14th, 2026 by 5:59 pm

Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801‑287‑2324.

A minimum of two work days' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.

Utah Transit Authority is a drug‑free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre‑employment drug test. If a pre‑employment test returns a non‑negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post‑accident testing for drug and alcohol use.

All safety‑sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.