Automotive Technician - Greater Hartford Transit District

Company: First Transit
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:

Automotive and Diesel Mechanic serving the Greater Hartford Transit District\n Are you looking for job security and stability with competitive wages and benefits (zero employee layoffs during COVID pandemic)? First Transit is looking for a Fleet Technician to join its team, and you could be the right person! With over 335 locations and in business since 1955, First Transit is truly First in passenger transportation. Please see our website for a comprehensive review of our company: https://www.firsttransit.com.\n First Transit is proud to offer:\n\n$21 - $22 / hour ba2sed on experience & qualifications (NOT flat-rate) \nASE certification bonus up to $9,000 per year\nCompany-paid ASE testing and training materials\nConsistent full-time, year-round work with a 1:00 pm to 9:30 pm schedule\nAn excellent benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage, and a 401(k) savings plan\nAnnual boot and safety glasses allowance\nPaid holidays, vacation, & sick time\nOngoing company training on a state-of-the-art online system\nOpportunities for career advancement nationwide.\nA great work environment!\n\n Automotive and Diesel Mechanic Major Responsibilities:\n\nPerform vehicle maintenance and repairs to ensure vehicles are safe for our customers.\nDiagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair, including the repair of brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches, and other repairs accurately.\nEnsure work orders are completed properly and accurately. Maintain records of all maintenance work completed, including parts and supplies used.\nComplete preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.\n\n Automotive and Diesel Mechanic Qualifications:\n\nValid driver's license is required. \n3+ years of automotive or diesel repair employment experience or a combination of education & experience.\nMust have appropriate mechanic's tool set.\nASE certifications are preferred. Must participate in company ASE certification program (company training, testing, and bonuses provided!)\nDrug free workplace\n\n About First Transit\n First Transit Inc. is a leading provider of public transportation contracting and management services. For over 60 years, we have supplied precision, efficiency, innovation, and all-around expertise to both public and private transportation systems. Today, we operate in 335 locations, carrying more than 350 million passengers annually throughout the United States in 39 states, Puerto Rico and Canada.\n Apply today and get your career on the road with First Transit!\n We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all.

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