Are you mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and ready to build a career in public transportation? Join our team as a Bus Apprentice Mechanic, where you’ll gain hands-on experience maintaining, inspecting, and repairing a variety of makes and models of City-owned and operated buses that serve our community every day.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundational mechanical experience who wants to grow their skills, work with experienced mechanics, and be part of the supportive, professional team at StarTran, a division of Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) - the City of Lincoln's largest department.

What You'll Do
Working alongside a Journey Mechanic, you will assist with:

work on electrical problems
work on brake repairs.
removing and replacing transmissions
overhauling engines
air conditioning repairs and adjustments
work on wheelchair lifts
work on inspections to understand components and probable failures
assist with the performance of building and grounds maintenance

This position lifts up to 25 pounds.

Upon successful completion of probation and required ASE certifications, you will be eligible to advance to Bus Journey Mechanic.

Hours: Monday - Saturday; Hours to be determined by shift bid.

THIS SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION IS SUBJECT TO MANDATORY DRUG TESTING POLICIES AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent
Specialized vocational/technical school training with a degree in diesel repair or technology

Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.

Necessary Special Requirements

A valid Driver’s License
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and endorsement
*Commercial Learner's Permit required at start date. Training, including Entry Level Driver Training, will be provided prior to testing for a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Must be able to obtain CDL within 60 days of employment.

Certification as an ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Mechanic, or pass a mutually agreed upon examination, prior to advancement to Journey Mechanic.

Take a look at what it is like to be a part of Lincoln's transit team! Visit lincoln.ne.gov/TransitCareer

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