Vehicle Maintenance Technician (Mechanic)

JOB POSTING 2026-18

CLOSING DATE: OPENED UNTIL FILLED

Job Title: Vehicle Maintenance Technician (Mechanic) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Location: 5658 Bear Lane Department: Vehicle Maintenance

Reports To: Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor Grade: 22 Salary: $26.93 - $43.90

(Min-Max)

Work Schedule: 3rd Shift – 4:00 pm – 12:30 am. All shifts have various days off.

General Summary: Working under the direct supervision of the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor, performing a variety of inspections and repairs to the engine, transmissions, air conditioning, and heating systems, electrical and hydraulic systems, suspension, air brakes, and steering systems to maintain all fleet vehicles in good working order. The position also requires working with other Vehicle Maintenance Technicians on major repairs and overhauls. Also performs state safety inspections as required by the Texas Department of Public Safety to ensure CCRTA complies with state and federal regulations.

Physical Requirements:

Standard physical activity includes, but is not limited to, activities such as standing and walking. Essential & marginal functions require the ability to grasp with both hands, twist both wrists, use both arms to push, pull, hold, and carry items, and bend, kneel, squat, and twist safely. Work requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Machinery and tool operation requires the use of safety equipment, including but not limited to eye safety glasses and work boots.

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will predominantly work in a shop environment. The employee is exposed to extreme weather conditions and to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and high noise levels. Employees will work in an environment where there is a risk that they will be exposed to chemicals and fumes. Shift work, including nights, holidays, and weekends, is required. An average amount of overtime and extended work hours is required. Work assignments are based on seniority. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Requires strong mechanical ability.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. It is the CCRTA’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental disabilities of qualified individuals, according to applicable state and federal law, and may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. To request reasonable accommodation regarding your application for employment or the performance of the essential functions of your job, please contact the Human Resources Department at (361) 903-3524.

Experience and Training Requirements:

This position requires an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the individual with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.

• Education: Associate degree from a 2-year college and/or enrollment in a post-high-school, CCRTA-approved, accredited vehicle mechanic trade program.
• Experience: Minimum two (2) years of direct related experience in general mechanical repairs, including electrical and air-conditioning repairs and engine overhauls.
• License or certificate: Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and be able to obtain, within 60 days of hire, and maintain a Class B CDL with the appropriate endorsements to operate a bus in service.
• Other Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Any job offers and continued employment are contingent upon completing and passing a pre-employment job agility evaluation, Department of Transportation physical,

drug, and alcohol screen, and background investigation with not more than two moving violations or accidents in the past three years, no more than one DWI/DUI in a lifetime, and no DWI/DUI in the past five years. Must possess own hand tools.

CCRTA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in the workplace.

M/F/D/V

Please see HR Dept. for full job description.

Pay: $26.93 - $43.90 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person