Journey Body Person

As a Journey Body Person, you will perform major and minor structure repairs on various types of transit and support vehicles, both at the Operations Base and in the field during various shifts.  This is a full-time safety-sensitive position, subject to Federal Transit Authority (FTA) rules.  Pre-employment drug screening and random drug testing are mandatory.  This position reports to the Lead Body Person.

1. Perform journey-level major and minor body and structure repairs, such as replacing frames, doors, and panels on buses, trucks, vans, and automobiles.  Vehicle operation is required.
   
   
2. Document all repairs and record labor hours on appropriate forms.
   
   
3. Paint buses, trucks, vans, and automobiles, including preparing surfaces, matching, and spraying commercial finishes.
   
   
4. Weld using oxygen-acetylene, MIG/TIG, and electric arc equipment.
   
   
5. Replace windshields, glass, mirrors, and rubber moldings.
   
   
6. Repair or replace seat frames, floors, and floor coverings.
   
   
7. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

• 4 years of experience as a journey-level bus, truck, van, or automobile body repairer and painter. A 2-year auto body technician degree from an accredited institution can substitute for up to 2 years of experience.
• Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license with an excellent driving record at the time of hire.
• Able to obtain a Washington State Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and air brake endorsements within 90 days of hire.
• Possession of a complete set of body repair tools and a roll-away toolbox at the time of hire.
• Willingness and ability to work any shift assigned to meet the needs of the agency, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to ensure comprehension of instructions, safety guidelines, and other critical content, as well as document work performed.

An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the job duties is also accepted.

• Standard practices, methods, tools, and equipment used in the bus, truck, van, and automobile body repair trade.
• Mixing, matching, and spraying urethane and enamels.

• Fostering an inclusive workplace by valuing and leveraging diversity, equity, and inclusion to uphold Community Transit’s Core Values and achieve the organization’s vision and mission. Inspiring and fostering team commitment, pride, and trust. Facilitating cooperation and motivating team members to accomplish group goals while treating others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect.
• Performing body and structure repairs including replacing frames, doors, and panels of buses, trucks, vans, and automobiles.
• Mixing and matching paints, preparing surfaces, and overall painting of buses, trucks, vans, and automobiles.
• Able to take direction and work in a team environment.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions effectively and retain information.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Safety awareness.

• Commercial and/or fleet experience

1. Only on-line applications will be accepted and must include a completed application with job history listed and supplemental questions. Incomplete application packets will not be considered.
   
   
2. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be scheduled for an interview as well as a variety of tests to demonstrate knowledge, and skills for the position.  The evaluation process may include interviews, background checks, reference checks and various performance tests

Your work will be performed in a shop environment, an office, and in the field. You will need to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Given the nature of this job, you will be exposed to fumes, odors, and dust, and may be required to work in noisy environments and varying weather conditions.  You will be required to exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 15 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

PLEASE NOTE:

Employee Benefits: Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agency’s deferred compensation plan. In addition to WA Paid Sick Leave, employees in this position, accrue nineteen (19) days of Paid Time Off (152 hours) in their first year and receive ten (10) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Full list of all benefits and details can be found here.

Community Transit provides a tobacco-free and drug-free work environment. This position is considered safety-sensitive under the U.S. Department of Transportation and is subject to drug and alcohol testing under both DOT and Community Transit authority.

If you have a family member, or share the same living quarters of a current Community Transit employee, please let your Human Resources Recruiter know as your eligibility for this position will be affected.

As a recipient of federal funds, Community Transit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on an basis prohibited by Federal, State or Local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.  EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.