Dauphin 1st Class Mechanic - Paint and Body Shop

Seeking a full-time Mechanic - Paint and Body Shop for our Dauphin County Division (rabbittransit's Capital Region). Excellent wage and benefit package. Apply today and you could be a part of our exciting future!

Job Location : 901 N. Cameron St Harrisburg, PA 17101

Rate of Pay : $29.04 / hour during training and probationary period. $30.66 / hour after probation through 12 months. $32.27 / hour after 12 months (2025 rate).

Schedule : Monday thru Friday 3 : 00 PM - 11 : 30 PM

Role in organization :

The position is critical in assisting Cumberland Dauphin Harrisburg Transit Authority (rabbittransit) in meeting our mission of mobility. The impact of public transportation runs much deeper than a trip from point A to point B. We are the means for which people have access to experiences that alter their lives in meaningful ways. Our culture of innovation and stewardship champions that mission. The 1st Class Mechanic (Paint and Body Shop) specializes in complex diagnosis and repairs, inspections, paint, major body repair, estimates, structural verification, all other class functions.

Some of Essential knowledge, skills, abilities and experience :

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Six years of full time experience as a body shop technician diagnosing malfunctions, and repairing heavy-duty vehicles. Up to one year of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of vocational education. Must have a minimum of one year maintenance experience on transit vehicles.
• Knowledge of heavy-duty vehicle body repair.
• Knowledge of equipment repair cost estimation.
• Ability to train others in body shop / paint technician job tasks.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair principles, procedures, methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of equipment and specialized tools.

Certificates and Licenses Required :

See attached job description for more information!

CDL reimbursement program applicable for those obtaining licensure through employer.

The Authority is an equal opportunity employer