Job Details

Salary: $25.86 - $33.00 Hourly
Location : LA 70119, LA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 0424-01
Department: Bus,Para&NRMaint
Opening Date: 04/08/2024

Description

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Employment Opportunity

New employees will begin at 90% of the starting rate for the first six months.
The pay rate increases incrementally according to the union contract.
Wages for new employees will be on a tiered scale based on the candidate's skills and experience as approved by management staff at the time of hire.

This bulletin is posted to establish or add to a qualified list of candidates.
This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority.
This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

The Regional Transit Authority gets people moving around New Orleans. Our transit services bring hard-working commuters to their jobs, students to their schools, and fun seekers to entertainment, shopping areas, and restaurants. We provide mobility to residents of the city as well as tourists, taking them to and from their hotels to historical neighborhoods and countless attractions. RTA's system includes 5 streetcar lines, 30 bus routes, 2 ferry routes, and paratransit services. Our passengers take more than 19 million rides every year.

REPORTS TO
Maintenance Supervisor, Lead Technician

TITLES OF POSITIONS REPORTING DIRECTLY TO THIS JOB
None

JOB SUMMARY
This position involves labor-intensive work that requires the employee to perform corrective repairs and preventive maintenance inspections on transit buses. The employee must be able to function well without close supervision, use current test equipment to diagnose problems, read and comprehend maintenance manuals and electrical diagrams, and fully adhere to specific instructions.
Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions upon request

• Diagnoses problems related to all phases of transit bus systems.
• Performs wheel alignments and repairs including removal or replacement of parts on air brake systems, air conditioners, electronic fuel injectors, electronic transmissions, ABS and hydraulic brakes, diesel powerplants and subcomponents, suspensions, and cooling systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance procedures and maintains records or logs for Company vehicles.
• Diagnose problems related to propulsion, suspension, braking, and steering.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of RTA are carried out.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Performs other job-related duties which are in keeping with the goals and objectives of RTA

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• High school diploma, G.E.D., or vocational training in automotive mechanics.
• A.S.E. Master Technician certification is desirable. However, any A.S.E. certification is preferred.

EXPERIENCE
Must have a minimum of three (3) years of recent, verifiable experience as a mechanic

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS/DEMANDS

• Must possess a valid Louisiana Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A-P

Must submit to a criminal background check, the results of which must meet hiring criteria for the role.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work outdoors and indoors under varying weather conditions. The job requires stooping, bending, climbing, kneeling, and walking throughout the shift, and at times the handling of parts ranging from 10 to 50 pounds or more.
• Must be able to work outdoors and indoors under varying weather conditions. The job requires stooping, bending, climbing, kneeling, and walking throughout the shift, and at times the handling of parts ranging from 10 to 50 pounds or more.
• Be capable of standing or walking for a full work shift.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 60 lbs.
• Must be able to manipulate 100 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk on uneven surfaces while working.
• Must be able to work while in the following positions or conditions: sitting, bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching, crouching, lying down prone or supine, at shoulder level or above, or any combination listed above.
• Must be able to work at heights on platforms and man-lifts. Must be able to work in pits and under lifted heavy equipment.
• Must be able to work in all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety gear.
• Must be able to work in the assigned uniform approved by the Company

This is a Designated Safety Sensitive Position Covered under USDOT(Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Regulations). Drug and Alcohol Testing is conducted using FTA regulations.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT
NORTA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions are based on job-related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must be able to read and comprehend maintenance manuals and electrical diagrams.
• Must be able to use current test equipment including but not limited to digital multimeters, starting/charging systems testers, Diagnostic scanners, and system testing equipment.
• Must be able to understand English and read and write legibly for required reports.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Company Benefits

Insurance Coverage:
Available Health, with no waiting period and Life choices are:

United Health Care
Traditional 80/20 health plan as well as 60/40 health plan
High Deductible Health Plan
Dental Coverage - Available with no waiting period
Vision Coverage - Available with no waiting period

Group Life Insurance
Company paid life insurance and AD&D at one times your salary
UNITED HEALTHCARE
Supplemental Life insurance - Coverages include employee, spouse & child(ren)

UNUM
Short and Long Term Disability - Administrative Personnel

Flexible Spending Plan: (FSA/Dependent Care FSA) Employee funded flex spending plan. This plan is funded through payroll deduction, before taxes which reduces your taxable income.

Employee Assisted Program: 24/7confidential consultation and counseling at no extra cost.

Retirement Savings: Mass Mutual Retirement Savings Plan 457b deferred compensation plan with a 50% employer match, up to a 5% max.

Company Paid Holidays: Thirteen (13) paid holidays - 12 designated and 1 floating per year

Paid Time Off: Full time employees accrue PTO based on their length of service with RTA on a bi-weekly basis.