Mechanic/Technician Apprentice (Meadowbrook)
Company: Utah Transit Authority
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: September 29, 2024
Job Description:
Utah Transit Authority
Job SummaryParticipates in related technical instruction and
attends classroom instruction as required and passes written tests.
This is a competency based program. Competency in the following 10
modules must be demonstrated within the time allotted; Preventative
Maintenance, Electrical, Brakes, Air Systems, Air Suspension,
Steering and Axles, HVAC/EAC. Wheelchairs, Transmissions and
Engines. Perform manual tasks under supervision as needed. Assist
advance-skill employees in complex repairs and component rebuild
using hand and power tools as directed. Performs preventative
maintenance inspections and associated repairs. Performs other
related duties as assigned. See the Collective Bargaining Agreement
for details.
*All UTA Apprentices can enjoy a $2,000 Hiring Incentive. Ask for
details!*
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Have a current, or be able to acquire a class B CDL with
passenger endorsement within 60 days of eligibility.
- Successful candidates must haveALLof the following:
- A current, or be able to acquire, valid Class B CDL drivers
license and associated endorsements.
- Able to pass both an aptitude and standardized test determined
by UTA. Employees will be able take both of these tests on UTA
time. UTA will pay the standardized test fee, one time, for
qualifying employees.
- The required tools.
Successful candidates must haveONEof the following:
- Have a 2-year degree in a related field
- OR Have a military MOS in a related field
- OR Have one year of related technical school AND one year of
related experience
- OR Have 6 months UTA experience (TVT/Helper level).
The Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee shall verify that
employees entering the apprenticeship program meet the minimum
qualifications.
- OR -An equivalent combination of relevant education and
experience.
[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education
and experience.]
Shift: 3:00 pm to 1:30 am with Friday/Saturday/Sunday off*
* Shift & Days Off Subject to Change
Pay Rate: $25.33 - $29.33 per hour plus $1.00 to $1.50 shift
differential depending on shift, if applicable.This is a four year
wage progression. The Apprentice shall receive an additional $.30
per hour each six months as an Apprentice up to the top Apprentice
rate beginning six months after the start of the apprenticeship
program. Upon graduation, apprentices shall advance to the
Journeyist classification and wage (current $34.36 per hour)
To Be Considered, Apply Before: October 7th 2024 by 5:59 pmUTAs
benefits package for full-time maintenance employees includes:
- Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term
disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment), with
Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts.
- Health and Wellness Clinics for on-site medical care at no cost
to employees, spouses, and dependent children.
- 14 days of paid time off (9 personal days and 5 vacation days).
Increase in paid time off with tenure at UTA.
- 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per
year.
- Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule
and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions
and company matching.
- Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available
for both bachelors and masters degree.
- Apprenticeship programs available as well as other training,
development, and career advancement opportunities.
- Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement
(after 12 months of employment).
- Free transit passes for employee, spouse, and dependent
children.
- Employee assistance program includes counseling, legal
services, financial planning, etc.
- UTA Well a comprehensive wellness program designed to support
employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
- Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to
VASA Fitness.* Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity
Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual
orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people
with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an
accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any
part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources
at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two workdays notice prior to the need
for the accommodation is required.Utah Transit Authority is a
drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing
regulations under 49 CFR Part40, 655, and 219. All offers for
employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug
test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an
application for employment may be rejected. All employees are
subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug
and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to
random testing for drug and alcohol use.PM21
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Keywords: Utah Transit Authority, Riverton , Mechanic/Technician Apprentice (Meadowbrook), Professions , Salt Lake City, Utah
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