Utah Transit Authority
Body Shop Journeyist/Class A (Commuter Rail)
Utah Transit Authority, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
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Body Shop Journeyist/Class A (Commuter Rail) As a Body Shop Journeyist your main responsibilities will be making complex repairs on all UTA vehicles, including, but not limited to body and paint work, fabrication, and training other employees with new skills. *EDUCATION/TRAINING Diploma or certificate from a two-year technical school in mechanical trades or one and a half years of related trade school experience or equivalent apprenticeship program training I-car or ASE accepted Able to acquire welding certificate including mig, aluminum, and stainless welding Able to acquire forklift sit-down counter balance certification (UTA provided) Able to acquire crane certification (UTA provided) Knowledgeable in fiber glass and composite repairs Able to perform physical requirements of the job to include walking long distances in a quick manner on uneven surfaces, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs regularly and over 51 lbs occasionally on uneven surfaces, prolonged periods of standing, crawl and lay on uneven surfaces, able to work in tight and awkward positions, work outside in all weather conditions, able to safely work at heights above 16 feet, and constantly aware of surroundings Able to acquire and maintain Roadway Worker Protection Certification Able to acquire and maintain Blue Flag Worker Protection Certification Make complex repairs on all UTA vehicles using various mechanic's tools Rebuilds and fabricates components with little or no supervision Teaches and/or assists employees of lesser skills in developing their skills and high standards of competence Have a valid Utah Drivers License Be a safe driver with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years Cannot have more than 1 violation of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years Three years previous work experience in the body industry or related trade school experience or equivalent apprenticeship program training Experience in applying vinyl, striping and graphics Experience and certification in automotive and industrial painting One year welding experience, must have welding/plasma cutting experience One year Fabrication experience
Able to pass the Class A Body Shop exam Extensive design and fabrication, body work, and paint skills Understanding of electrical and pneumatic schematics for multimodal transit vehicle systems Knowledge of CNC machine equipment preferred Able to perform all aspects of safe and proper painting procedures An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. [UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.] UTAs 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. ~13 days of paid time off (9 personal days and 5 vacation days). 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 bachelors and masters 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.
Shift: 6:00 am to 4:30 pm with Friday/Saturday/Sunday off * * Shift & Days Off Subject to Change
82 per hour 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 workdays notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required. **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
. 82 Hourly Wage
Body Shop Journeyist/Class A (Commuter Rail) As a Body Shop Journeyist your main responsibilities will be making complex repairs on all UTA vehicles, including, but not limited to body and paint work, fabrication, and training other employees with new skills. *EDUCATION/TRAINING Diploma or certificate from a two-year technical school in mechanical trades or one and a half years of related trade school experience or equivalent apprenticeship program training I-car or ASE accepted Able to acquire welding certificate including mig, aluminum, and stainless welding Able to acquire forklift sit-down counter balance certification (UTA provided) Able to acquire crane certification (UTA provided) Knowledgeable in fiber glass and composite repairs Able to perform physical requirements of the job to include walking long distances in a quick manner on uneven surfaces, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs regularly and over 51 lbs occasionally on uneven surfaces, prolonged periods of standing, crawl and lay on uneven surfaces, able to work in tight and awkward positions, work outside in all weather conditions, able to safely work at heights above 16 feet, and constantly aware of surroundings Able to acquire and maintain Roadway Worker Protection Certification Able to acquire and maintain Blue Flag Worker Protection Certification Make complex repairs on all UTA vehicles using various mechanic's tools Rebuilds and fabricates components with little or no supervision Teaches and/or assists employees of lesser skills in developing their skills and high standards of competence Have a valid Utah Drivers License Be a safe driver with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years Cannot have more than 1 violation of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years Three years previous work experience in the body industry or related trade school experience or equivalent apprenticeship program training Experience in applying vinyl, striping and graphics Experience and certification in automotive and industrial painting One year welding experience, must have welding/plasma cutting experience One year Fabrication experience
Able to pass the Class A Body Shop exam Extensive design and fabrication, body work, and paint skills Understanding of electrical and pneumatic schematics for multimodal transit vehicle systems Knowledge of CNC machine equipment preferred Able to perform all aspects of safe and proper painting procedures An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. [UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.] UTAs 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. ~13 days of paid time off (9 personal days and 5 vacation days). 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 bachelors and masters 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.
Shift: 6:00 am to 4:30 pm with Friday/Saturday/Sunday off * * Shift & Days Off Subject to Change
82 per hour 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 workdays notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required. **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
. 82 Hourly Wage