The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting for "C" Mechanic positions in the Maintenance Department. The "C" Mechanic will perform periodic and emergency maintenance procedures on all Agency vehicles assigned (cars, vans, trucks, and buses) as described under Essential Duties/ Responsibilities. Please be advised that this may involve assignment at either our Riverside or Hemet locations. Applicants must be available to work 7 days per week, including holidays and all shifts. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES Essential job duties include but not limited to:Assist "A" and "B" Mechanics as necessary, operate Agency vehicles as necessary (non-revenue service);Make minor road calls (brake adjustments, flasher or bulb replacements, etc.) as needed;Maintain proper maintenance and inventory records;Assist Servicers when necessary in the servicing of vehicles and the performing of other related tasks as required. QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE - Graduation from high school or its equivalent with at least 1 year of experience in maintaining either autos, buses or heavy equipment. OR - The completion of a minimum of classroom instruction consisting of three courses at an accredited college. Acceptable courses include the repair of diesel engines, automotive, heavy duty or transit vehicles, subject to department manager approval. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION - Must possess a valid non-restricted California driver's license and be able to obtain a Class B license and medical certificate. OTHER REQUIREMENTS - Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. A current valid non-restricted Class C Driver's License is required. Additionally, obtain an official DMV driving history printout from a branch of the DMV printout (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) must be provided with the application. The DMV driving history must be clear of suspensions for any reason within the past five (5) years and have no more than three (3) points within the past five (5) years, and no two (2) point violations. For information regarding non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (CD - Ls) holders. Please select FMSCA presser, using the link below:FMCSA PRESSER - No accidents which applicant contributed to cause within 3 years from your application date. Have appeared in court as required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Any bargaining unit employee who completes a minimum of classroom instruction consisting of three courses at an accredited college will meet minimum qualification requirements for promotion to “C” Mechanic. Note to Internal Candidates:The following areas will be reviewed as part of the selection process:Will be required to pass job related skills test(s). Testing may include, but is not limited to:Written test(s)Oral test(s)Practical test(s)Past year performance record will be reviewed:Discipline other than attendance & accidents - only 1 written warning in last year. Excludes accidents and attendance, which are described below. Must have zero additional disciplinary actions, i.e. no:Further Written Warnings. Final Warnings. Suspension. Must have no more than 1 Late Arrival within the last 12 months. Must have no more than 1 Attendance Point in the last year. Preventable Accidents - only 1 written warning within the last year. Performance Appraisal ratings must be at or above "Meets Standards."Applications who request to transfer to a different department will be eligible to do so after 1 year of service. Advancement will be determined by qualification (as listed above) or by seniority in cases where qualification is deemed equal.