Description
Salary $44.19 - $55.20 Hourly
Location Los Angeles, CA
Job Type Regular Employee
Cabinet OPERATIONS
Opening Date 11/07/2025
Closing Date 12/5/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit ATU
Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.
Description
Basic Function
Under moderate supervision, repairs damage to revenue bus bodies.
Recruitment Timelines: Written exams are projected to be scheduled for the week of December 22, 2025. Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of January 5, 2026. Performance exam will take place starting the week of January 19, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
Examples of Duties
Repairs damaged bodies and body parts of revenue buses using a variety of hand and power tools following blue prints, specifications, diagrams, and repair manuals
Examines damage to vehicles and estimates cost of repairs
Straightens body panels, bent frames, supporting structures and other parts damaged in accidents
Removes damaged parts, including panels, and floors, using wrenches and cutting tools
Bolts, rivets, and welds replacement parts in position
Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, including bondo patches
Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic systems, window and seat assemblies and trim to allow access to damaged body structure
Adjusts headlights, aligns frames and suspensions after repair of body
Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of journey-level experience performing repair of heavy vehicle or automotive bodies and related parts and structures AND Completion of a 2 year program from accredited school in auto/truck body repair OR
Four of years of journey-level experience performing repair of heavy vehicle or automotive bodies and related parts and structures
Experience repairing buses and related parts and structures desirable
Valid California Class C driver's license
(CA)
Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.
Selection Procedure
Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application Procedure
To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations:
METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Metro Talent Hub
8501 S. Evermont Place
Los Angeles, CA 90044
Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
East Los Angeles Customer Center
4501 B Whittier Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm
(Closed Sun & Mon)
Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center
3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Rosa Parks Customer Center
Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station
11720 Wilmington Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90059
Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
*Open to the public and all Metro employees
This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
Employer Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA)
Address
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, California, 90012
Website https://www.metro.net/careers
Requirements
Essential Knowledge
Knowledge
Theories, principles, and practices in the repair of revenue bus bodies, frames, and structural parts
Operations of various hand and power tools and equipment, including wrenches, cutting torches, welding equipment, hydraulic jacks and sanders
Power equipment operations and safety
Shop mathematics
Vehicle operations and safety
Abilities
Repair revenue bus bodies, frames and structural parts
Read, understand, and apply blueprints, diagrams and specifications
Assess cost of repairs
Safely operate Metro vehicles
Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment
Communicate effectively with others
Follow verbal and written instructions
Lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Travel to offsite locations within a reasonable timeframe
Read, write, speak, and understand English
Special Conditions
Must possess required standard tools of the specified trade
Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations
