Mechanic/Technician Apprentice (Meadowbrook)
Company: Utah Transit Authority
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
Utah Transit AuthorityJob 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 18 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: 9:00 pm to 7:30
am with Sunday/Monday/Tuesday off** Shift & Days Off Subject to
ChangePay 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: May 2, 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 Part, , and . 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.PM21PI020bde513b30-31181-34308758
Keywords: Utah Transit Authority, Salt Lake City , Mechanic/Technician Apprentice (Meadowbrook), Engineering , Salt Lake City, Utah
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