Mechanic/Technician Apprentice (Meadowbrook)

Description

Job Summary

Participates 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 Service Employee 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 have ALL of the following:
  • A current, or be able to acquire, valid Class B CDL driver’s 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 have ONE of 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.    

Shift:   

3:00pm - 1:30am Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday off 

* Shift & Days Off Subject to Change

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts. Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage).
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
• 14 days of accrued paid time off (9 personal days and 5 vacation days) for the first year of employment, and 19 days of accrued paid time off (9 personal days and 10 vacation days) after the first year of employment.
• 10 paid holidays, additional floating holidays will be awarded with tenure at UTA.
• 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 any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment.
• Apprenticeship programs are 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 employees, their spouses, and their 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 and EoS Fitness.
• Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile and AT&T.
• Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pet’s health and needs).

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