B Mechanic

The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting to fill current vacancies for "B" Mechanic in the Maintenance Department. The "B" Mechanic will perform periodic and emergency maintenance procedures on all Agency vehicles assigned (cars, vans, trucks, and buses), including but not limited to inspections, repair of mechanical defects and failures. Please be advised that this may involve assignment at either our Riverside or Hemet locations. Applicants must be available to work 7 days per week, including holidays and all shifts. Essential job duties include but not limited to: Troubleshoot and repair various components that include hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic systems Assisting "A" Mechanic with engine overhauls, transmission overhauls and differential rebuilding and other related overhauls Replacement of various major vehicle components (A/C compressors, air compressors, starters, generators, etc) Operate Agency vehicles as necessary (non-revenue service) Respond to road calls as necessary Maintaining proper maintenance and inventory records Assist in the in-service training of "C" Mechanics and Servicers Perform other related tasks as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or its equivalent with at least two (2) years experience in the maintenance of heavy-duty equipment or buses. Must possess a valid non restricted California driver's license and be able to obtain a Class B license and medical certificate within ninety (90) days of employment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS A

current, valid, and non-restricted Class C Driver's License is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

At the time of application: A current, valid, and non-restricted Class C Driver's License is required. Additionally, a DMV K4 printout (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) must be provided with the application. You must obtain the official K4 directly from the DMV or through the DMV kiosk/online history printout process. Your established driving history must be clear of the following: 1) any suspensions within the past five (5) years; 2 ) may not have more than three (3) points within the past three (3) years; 3) no two (2) point violations within the past three (3) years. No accidents which the applicant contributed to cause within 3 years from your application date. Have appeared in court as required

PLEASE NOTE

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) wants to inform commercial driver license (CDL) customers about new requirements and updated acceptable documents that becomes effective on May 10, 2017. All new commercial driver license applicants will be required to provide the DMV with proof of California residency as well as proof of U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, or legal presence. The new requirements apply to original and renewal CDL applicants, as well as CDL cardholders who request a license upgrade. A few examples of acceptable legal presence documents include:

• A valid, unexpired U.S. passport or passport card
• Certified copy of a birth certificate with a State Office of Vital Statistics or equivalent
• A valid, unexpired Permanent Resident Card
• A valid, unexpired employment authorization document (EAD)
• A valid, unexpired foreign passport with an approved I-94 form A few examples of California residency documents include:
• Rental or lease agreement
• Mortgage bill
• Home utility bills (including cellular phone)
• Medical documents
• Employment documents For the full list of documents accepted to verify legal presence and California residency visit, https://www.

dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/commercial/ newcdlreq Note to

Internal Candidates:

The following areas will be reviewed as part of the selection process: Will be required to pass job related skills test(s).Testing may include, but is not limited to: Written test(s) Oral test(s) Practical test(s) Past year performance record will be reviewed: Discipline other than attendance & accidents - only 1 written warning in last year. Excludes accidents and attendance, which are described below. Must have zero additional disciplinary actions, i.e.

no:

Further Written Warnings Final Warnings Suspension Must have no more than 1 Late Arrival within the last 12 months. Must have no more than 1 Attendance Point in the last year. Preventable Accidents - only 1 written warning within the last year. Performance Appraisal ratings must be at or above "Meets Standards." Applications who request to transfer to a different department will be eligible to do so after 1 year of service. Advancement will be determined by qualification (as listed above) or by seniority in cases where qualification is deemed equal. Applications will be evaluated and only qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process which may include: written exam (pass/fail), performance exam (pass/fail) and an oral interview (100%). The examinations will be used to assess the applicant's knowledge, skills and abilities as they relate to the position. The selection procedures may change depending on the needs of the Agency; if such changes apply, qualified candidates will be notified prior to the administration of examinations. The Riverside Transit Agency complies with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. the Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of accommodation requests prior to the first test part. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the Riverside Transit Agency requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.