Senior Body Mechanic

AC Transit is seeking a Senior Body Mechanic in Sargodha, Pakistan. The role involves inspecting, repairing, and replacing metal, fiberglass, and glass components on buses and district vehicles. Candidates should have at least one year of experience as a Body Repair Mechanic and must possess relevant skills and tools. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires physical capability for various tasks.
Summary
AC Transit is actively recruiting for the position of Senior Body Mechanic. Under general supervision, the Senior Body Mechanic position, inspects and removes, repairs, adjusts and repairs metal, fiberglass, and glass components on buses, and all other types of District vehicles.


This is an excellent opportunity to work for the largest bus agency in California. In addition to working with some of the best in the business, AC Transit also has an excellent benefits package that includes pension, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending and a 457 savings plan.


Representative Functions

Examines and diagnoses damage to metal, plastic, and fiberglass body panels and a variety of parts and components on District vehicles. Determines proper course of action to facilitate vehicle repair, adjustment, and component replacement.
Removes, repairs, adjusts, and replaces body panels, doors, seats and flooring, destination signs, and windows.
Cuts body panels using plasma arc cutter, and uses oxy-acetylene cutting/welding, and MIG welding equipment to repair and form body panels and other automotive and bus parts.
Applies body fillers; sands, and paints, as appropriate.
Welds and rivets body parts, as needed.
Locates and repairs leaks at seams and beading.
Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, hydraulic lifts, hoists and jacks, and tugs used for pulling disabled buses.
Communicates and consults with District staff from Transportation, Maintenance, and Materials.
Performs related duties, as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Education
: Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade.
Experience:
A minimum of one year as a skilled professional Body Repair Mechanic in a body shop specializing in heavy-duty body and fender repair. For INTERNAL CANDIDATES: successful completion of an auto body related certificate of achievement, or equivalent, from an accredited community college, vocational or technical school. Candidates must be able to demonstrate knowledge and ability to safely perform the functions of the job.
License Requirement:
Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License, and meet the District’s safe driving standards.


Desirable:
A Certificate of training in MIG welding and/or ASE certification in automotive body repair. Three (3) years' experience as a skilled professional Body Repair Mechanic.


Additional Information
Additional Requirements
:
(1) Must pass a performance test of requisite skills, including the use of a plasma cutter, and MIG welding. (2) Must possess, or obtain and maintain all tools necessary to perform the functions of the classification. (3) Must pass a physical examination regarding the ability to use a respirator.


Physical Requirements : Must possess the physical condition necessary to perform the following on a frequent or continual basis: stand, transport oneself from station to station in a large maintenance facility, safely access service bays, sit while reviewing or preparing work orders and other paperwork, bend, squat, stoop, turn, climb, kneel, twist, perform simple and power grasping, push, pull, perform fine hand and finger manipulations, safely lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to seventy (70) lbs., and use appropriate lifting equipment and techniques for heavier items.


THIS POSITION IS A UNION POSITION, REPRESENTED BY ATU The Selection Process: The Human Resources department must receive a completed online application by the filling date.


If this recruitment is "Continuous," it may be closed at any time without notice. Applications will be screened for job related qualifications, and those candidates who best meeting the qualifications listed on this Job Announcement will be invited to participate in an examination process that may include written, oral and/or performance segments.


Current
District employees must have satisfactory attendance and performance records. Finalists will be placed on an Eligibility List. When filling vacancies, the Human Resources Department will refer the top candidates to the hiring department for final screening and recommendation.
Benefits: The transit professionals who call AC Transit home represent the rich cultural diversity of the Bay Area. For more than 60 years, we have been an equal opportunity employer honoring religion, ethnic background, national origin, gender, gender expression, genetic information, disabilities, age, and veteran status.


We are not only an inclusive employer but also offer a comprehensive benefits package rooted in choice, flexibility, a