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Mechanic A - Diesel Mechanic

NJ Transit

Newark, NJFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Newark, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid NJ License With Ability To Obtain CDL Passenger Endorsement Or Valid NY/PA CDL With Passenger Endorsement

Job overview

NJ Transit is hiring a Mechanic A - Diesel Mechanic. NJ TRANSIT seeks a Mechanic A/Diesel Mechanic to repair buses and non‑revenue vehicles, performing testing, repairs, installations, and maintenance on engines, transmissions, HVAC, electrical, brake, suspension, steering, electronics, and painting equipment while ensuring equipment stays serviceable.

Key focus areas include Conduct testing, repair, installation, and maintenance tasks on equipment including engines, transmission, HVAC, electrical, brake, suspension, steering, electronics, and painting equipment, Remove, inspect, repair, and replace all components as necessary, and Replace defective parts and diesel engine components.

Successful candidates bring Must Be 21+, High School Diploma Or GED, and 3 Years Auto Body Shop Experience. Important skills include Repairing NJ Transit Equipment, Testing Equipment, Installation, Maintenance Tasks, Engine Repair, and Transmission Repair.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Repairing NJ Transit EquipmentTesting EquipmentInstallationMaintenance TasksEngine RepairTransmission RepairHVAC RepairElectrical Systems RepairBrake Systems RepairSuspension RepairSteering RepairElectronics RepairPainting Equipment RepairComponent RemovalComponent InspectionComponent ReplacementDefective Parts ReplacementDefective Diesel Engine Components ReplacementEngine and Transmission ReplacementEngine RebuildingVehicle Component DiagnosisHand ToolsPower ToolsWelding EquipmentMeasuring InstrumentsDiesel Engine AdjustmentsValve AdjustmentTiming AdjustmentInjector Heights AdjustmentEquipment Serviceability DeterminationBearings InspectionAxles InspectionBrake System Parts InspectionWheel Bearing ReplacementWheel Bearing RepackingWheel Bearing AdjustmentAir Brakes Repair and MaintenanceFilter ChangesOil ChangesTire ChangesWorn Parts ReplacementLight Bulb ReplacementEngine RebuildDiesel Engine DiagnosticsBrake System RepairHVAC MaintenanceElectrical Systems MaintenancePainting Equipment Operation

Qualifications

Must Be 21+High School Diploma or GEDASE CertificationThree Years Mechanical ExperienceValid NJ License With Ability to Obtain CDL Passenger Endorsement or Valid NY/PA CDL With Passenger EndorsementPass Pre‑Employment Physical and Background ChecksGood Driving Record With Less Than Five Points

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Mechanic A - Diesel Mechanic

Bus Maintenance

Job Description:

Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023, 2024

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

Now Offering Signing Bonuses for CDL A/B License and Permit Holders

Summary:

Under the direction of the Superintendent or General Foreman, Mechanic A/Diesel Mechanic is responsible for repairing NJ TRANSIT equipment (buses or non-revenue vehicles) for maintenance work.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Conducts a variety of testing, repair, installation, and maintenance tasks on equipment including engines, transmission, HVAC, electrical systems, brake systems, suspension, steering, electronics, and painting equipment, as well as:

  • Remove, inspect, repair, replaced all component as necessary

  • Removes and replaces defective parts

  • Removes and replaces defective diesel engine components

  • Removes and replaces engine and transmission

  • Able to Rebuild engine

  • Able to diagnose various vehicle components

  • Repairs equipment using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment and measuring instruments

  • Performs necessary adjustments to diesel engine (e.g., valve, timing, injector heights)

  • Determines whether or not equipment is able to stay in service

  • Inspects bearings, axles, and related parts of brake system

  • Able to replace, repack, and adjust wheel bearing on brake system

  • Repairs and maintains all facets of the brake systems (including air brakes)

  • Changes filters, oil, tires, worn parts, and light bulbs as part of equipment inspection

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age

  • Must have a high school diploma or GED, ASE certification a plus

  • Possess at least three (3) years of mechanical experience, preferably diesel

  • Possess a valid NJ License with the ability to obtain a CDL License with passenger endorsement OR possess a valid NY/PA CDL with passenger endorsement

  • Be able to pass the pre-employment physical and background checks

  • Have a good driving record with less than five (5) points

  • Normal working hours are 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday to Friday (possible overtime)

At NJ TRANSIT, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:

  • $6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B License Holders (must have air brake and passenger endorsement)*

  • $3,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B Permit Holders with air brake and passenger endorsement (also CDL A or B licenses holders that have either air brake or passenger endorsement)*

  • Full benefit package including medical, prescription, dental & vision

  • Pension plan plus 457 tax-deferred savings plan

  • Growth Opportunities

  • Paid time off

  • Assistance obtaining CDL (for NJ applicants only)

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

*Terms and Conditions Apply. This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason . It is unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. T he use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees. Code: INDBU2

Code: INDBU2

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