We are currently recruiting for a seasoned and highly skilled, journey-level Body Repair Technician to join the Fleet Maintenance team at our headquarters in Lakewood, WA.
In this role you will perform skilled journey-level work repairing and refinishing bus, van, truck and automobile bodies. You will be responsible for the safe and efficient repair of bus and automotive bodies according to general direction from the Fleet Assistant Manager or a delegate. Instructions may be oral or written, setting forth repairs to be completed. Considerable independent judgment is required as to method of repair and materials used. Work may be reviewed during progress or upon completion by the Fleet Assistant Manager.
If you're not currently living in the Lakewood-area, that's not a problem! We may be able to help with reimbursing up to $2,500 in moving expenses for those who physically relocate their primary residence to the Pierce/King/Thurston County area (substantiated with receipts). Washington State was recently recognized as being number 1 in the nation for quality of life.
Shift Differential:
Employees are eligible for differential pay per the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local #758 Collective Bargaining Agreement. Employees are eligible for differential pay when working during the following hours:
2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. - $1.50 per hour (with shift differential, employees are earning $43.09 - $46.89 an hour)
10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. - $3.00 per hour (with shift differential, employees are earning $44.59 - $48.39 an hour)
The following functions are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties:
Straightens and/or replaces damaged parts on bus, van, truck, and automobile bodies.
Rivets, welds and glues replacement panels to buses.
Fiberglass repair.
Prepares metal surfaces for painting; mixes and matches urethane and enamels, and does partial/overall painting of buses, vans, trucks and automobiles.
Welds a variety of metals using gas, electric and MIG/TIG welding equipment.
Enters work order data on Agency computers.
Repairs and/or replaces seat frames, floors, and floor coverings.
Replaces broken glass, windshields, mirrors, and rubber moldings.
Adjusts and aligns doors of buses, vans, trucks, and automobiles.
Repairs electronic destination sign mechanisms.
Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
May be required to make coach changes throughout the Pierce Transit service area.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required:
Must be at least eighteen (18) years old;
Five (5) years of journey-level bus, truck or automotive body repair and painting experience or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Desired:
Bus or heavy-duty truck experience; accent on overall painting of enamels and urethane; a current American Welding Society or equivalent certification and a stable work history as a journey-level body repairer with a commercial operation.
Knowledge of:
The standard practices, methods, tools and equipment used to repair heavy-duty bus, truck and automotive bodies; mixing, matching and spraying of all types of paint and all low VOC coatings; occupational hazards and safety precautions involved with the trade.
Ability to:
Design and fabricate parts and tools for replacement of parts that are unavailable from the manufacturer; estimate time and materials required to complete the duties of the job.
Weld aluminum and sheet metal utilizing oxygen-acetylene, MIG/TIG and electric arc equipment.
Ability to utilize woodworking tools for fabrication of coach flooring and cribbing.
Fiberglass repair
Structural repair and frame pulls on automobiles and buses.
Maintain effective working relationships with division and Agency staff; safely perform all duties of the job.
Work as a team with other employees in a directed work team environment.
Perform computerized work order methods and procedures.
Pass a job-related examination.
Pass federally required drug and alcohol testing mandates.
Drive all job-related vehicles and maintain a valid WA State driver's license and CDL as required.
Special Requirements:
Must possess a complete set of body repair tools and a roll-a-way tool box at time of appointment.
Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License at the time of hire and obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License permit (with a third party testing certificate) prior to hire.
Must obtain CDL Class B with Passenger endorsement within 90 days of hire.
Must have the ability to perform the essential functions as described above including the ability to maneuver up to fifty pounds. Must be willing and able to work all shifts.
BENEFITS:
At Pierce Transit, our employees’ health is important to us too!
That’s why we offer two on-site gyms and an incredible Wellness Program in addition to excellent medical, dental, and vision packages.
If your career goals change while you’re employed, we are here to help. Pierce Transit offers $5,000 per year (up to a total of $18,000) in Tuition Assistance after your one-year anniversary. Certifications, and career skills must be connected to a position at Pierce Transit.
All of Pierce Transit are required to participate in the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Pierce Transit offers two Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans to choose from, PERS2 and PERS3, as well as a matching program for 457 deferred compensation.
Pierce Transit provides an ORCA Card benefit for each employee and a family member. This benefit provides free access to service on Pierce Transit, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Everett Transit, King County Metro, Kitsap Transit, Seattle Monorail, Seattle Streetcar, King County Water Taxi and Kitsap Foot Ferry.