We’re Hiring Bus Mechanics
Our bus mechanics are an essential part of the TriMet team. They perform and support a wide variety of repair and maintenance services on our buses, including rebuilding, repairing and maintaining engines, transmissions, differentials and gear components. Mechanics also help us keep the interior and exterior of buses in good shape for our riders and drivers.
$7,500 hiring bonus! Apply now
Great pay
Start out making $41.39/hour
Awesome benefits
At TriMet, it’s one great benefit after another. As a union, non-exempt, full-time employee, you’ll enjoy:
- Low to no-cost medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your family
- Health care/dependent care spending accounts
- Paid vacation time and sick leave
- Time-and-a-half holiday pay
- 401a retirement plan with a 9% employer contribution
- Deferred compensation retirement plan
- Up to $5,250 yearly tuition reimbursement for continuing education
- $150 monthly childcare subsidy
- On-site fitness center for a small fee
- Access to hundreds of online job development courses
- Employee assistance program
- Free transit pass for you and your family
Meaningful work
Our bus mechanics are part of a motivated and positive team that keeps the Portland area moving. With 696 buses in our fleet, the maintenance work you’ll perform helps create a better riding experience for everyone on board.
What are the requirements?
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A minimum of a high school diploma (GED) or equivalent
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A good driving record — see the specifics.
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18 months of training in diesel technology and power systems at an accredited school or training program
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Two years of experience as a heavy duty diesel mechanic (transit agency and/or trucking fleet experience preferred)
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Must have a valid Oregon Driver License. Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Oregon Class “A” Commercial Driver License (CDL) with passenger (P) endorsement and without air brake restriction, and with a valid DOT medical card
Ready to move forward?
Forbes Magazine recently ranked TriMet as one of the top five places to work in Oregon! TriMet is ranked the number one Oregon-based employer in the state, as well as the top “Transportation and Logistics” employer in the state.
