Transit Vehicle Mechanic

Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County • Athens, GA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

If you like working with your hands, solving problems, and keeping things running, this job’s for you. As a Transit Mechanic, you’ll work on buses, vans, and service vehicles that keep Athens-Clarke County moving every day. You’ll be part of a small, skilled team that takes pride in doing the job right — safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• A degree or certificate in Automotive or Diesel Technology — and one year of professional or personal automotive experience.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Ability to get your Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement within 9 months of hire (free on the job CDL training).
• ASE Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling Certification (or able to earn within 6 months).
• Willing to complete Cummins QuickServe and in-house diagnostic training.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain diesel and gasoline engines, brakes, A/C, electrical, and more.
• Use laptop-based diagnostic software (Cummins, Allison, Wabco, etc.) to find and fix issues.
• Handle regular maintenance and manufacturer-recommended service.
• Keep accurate repair records and help keep our fleet road-ready.
• Take part in a rotating on-call schedule for nights, weekends, or holidays.

Benefits

• All tools and diagnostic gear provided.
• Uniform and shoe allowances — we even provide the uniform laundry service.
• Steady work week (Mon 12:30pm – 9:00pm, Tues-Fri 9:00am-5:30pm) with optional overtime.
• Biweekly pay based on experience starting at $25.47-$30.34/hr
• Training - on the job training for your CDL
• Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, and retirement
• Job stability with the Athens-Clarke County Government.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree