Transit Vehicle Technician (Salt Lake)
Utah Transit Authority
Description
Job Summary
Responsible for performing inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs of buses. Will assist advanced-skill employees in performing more complex repairs. Perform shop clean up, operate maintenance equipment, and other shop and yard tasks as required by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION/TRAINING
High school diploma or equivalent.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Able to acquire and maintain a DOT card.
Be able to obtain Class “B” CDL with air brakes and passenger endorsements within 60 days of eligibility.
Pass a standardized test administered by UTA.
Have required tools prior to the start of paid training.
Able to maintain forklift and other equipment certifications as required.
Able to perform the physical requirements of the job to include prolonged periods of standing, and walking, lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs constantly and over 51 lbs occasionally. Able to crawl, bend, twist, balance, and reach in tight and awkward positions..
EXPERIENCE
Have one year of Technical School OR one year work related experience in Heavy Duty Diesel Automotive Vehicle Maintenance repair OR a military mechanical MOS OR have 4 foundation ASE certification completed in the automotive, heavy/medium truck, transit or school bus certifications.
Have a valid Utah driver’s license.
Be a safe driver with no more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years.
Have no violations of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years.
This job requires regular and predictable attendance.
- OR -
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]
Shift: Monday 3:00am - 11:30am, Tuesday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm with Saturday/Sunday off *
*Shift & Days Off Subject to Change
Pay Rate: $27.13 - $31.13 per hour plus $1.00 to $1.50 shift differential depending on shift, if applicable. This is a four year wage progression.
To Be Considered, Apply Before: June 17, 2026 by 11:59pm
UTA’s benefits package for full-time maintenance employees includes:
Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment), with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts.
Health and Wellness Clinics for on-site medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, and dependent children.
14 days of paid time off (9 personal days and 5 vacation days). Increase in paid time off with tenure at UTA.
10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.
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 both bachelor’s and master’s degree.
Apprenticeship programs 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 employee, spouse, and 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.
Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two work days' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.
Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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