Transit Mechanic

Rock Region METRO, Arkansas’ largest public transit agency, is seeking a Transit Mechanic in North Little Rock, AR. The position involves preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections on METRO buses and vehicles, ensuring a clean, efficient, and safe shop area. This safety-sensitive role offers competitive pay, great benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to reliable community service.

Requirements

• Must be able to work evening/night shift starting at 4:00pm
• Knowledge of mechanical principles for diesel and gas engines, fluid systems, electrical, power train, chassis, and preventative maintenance inspections.
• Knowledge of braking, heating, air conditioning, hydraulic systems, and transmissions.
• Ability to learn METRO’s policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and make basic mathematic calculations.
• Ability to work varied hours to cover scheduled operations.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions spoken or written in English.
• Ability to efficiently manage time and workload.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and push/pull and lift up to 85 pounds in a proper safe manner.
• Ability to take initiative and be a productive, contributing member of a team.
• Ability to operate vehicles safely and efficiently.

Benefits

• Company Advancement Opportunities
• Dental, Vision, and Employer Paid Health Insurance
• Employer Paid Disability & Life insurance
• 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• In-house Training Opportunities
• Transit Passes for Employees & Eligible Dependents
• Shift Differential
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Overtime Eligibility
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union Membership
• Minority Lead Workforce
• Tool Allowance
• Uniforms Provided
• Fulfilling Work
• Community Service
• Safety/Attendance Awards
• Work-Life Balance