Below are the answers to the most asked questions about the role of Mechanic at Community Transit – plus some tips on how to apply online.
You may see the term Mechanic referenced as "Journey, Diesel or Automotive" Mechanic. At Community Transit, the role of Journey
Mechanic covers individuals with experience in mechanical repair on diesel and/or gasoline powered equipment.
To see specifics on qualifications, please refer below to, “How do I know if I qualify as a Journey Mechanic?”
If you don't find your questions answered here, please send it to CT.Jobs@commtrans.org.
If you have questions, call our HR Department at (425) 348-2315.
Following the date the posting closes, we will contact you by email. We use the email account that you gave us when you created your online account.
Most of our initial communications will be by email. Please remember to update your email address for your online account if it changes so we can reach you.
CDL’s aren’t required at the time you are hired, but you will need a CDL permit. We will provide you paid training to get your full CDL when you are hired. Read more about our CDL requirements here.
No, you do not need a WA state driver’s license to apply, but you will need one to acquire a WA State CDL permit. You are required to have a documented history of a good driving record. See our CDL requirements here.
New hires start with a CDL permit and we provide training for both acquiring the CDL and preparing individuals to work on our vehicles.
The Training for new Mechanics is four weeks in duration (whether they start with a CDL or not).
At the end of the new hire training we provide in-house testing for the CDL Licensing. (Mechanics must be able to obtain a WA State CDL license with P1 endorsement, airbrake restriction removed, within 90 days of hire).
Training includes:
Yes, Mechanics are represented by the International Associations of Mechanics (IAM) Local 160.
We are looking for people who have:
If you don’t think you meet these requirements, but are still interested you should look out for our Apprentice Mechanic openings.
Applicants for positions defined as safety sensitive are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and, subsequent to commencement of employment will be subject to random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal DOT alcohol and controlled substances testing program protocols.
Journey, or journey-level, mechanic is a common term in the transit business. It distinguishes the positon from apprentices and lower-skill mechanics. At Community Transit our Journey Mechanics are qualified to work on any mechanical or electrical aspect of our coaches.