Automotive Technician

Talent Acquisition Partner at NJ TRANSIT

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

Under the direction of the Superintendent or General Foreman, a Bus Service person is responsible for checking and maintaining all NJ TRANSIT buses for daily services. Report any damages or repairs needed as directed by the supervisor.

• Check bus fluids and maintain required levels
• Change fluids
• Clean inside and around buses
• Shift and drive buses in and around the garage
• Steam engines
• Change tires (utilizing the appropriate equipment)
• Complete forms required in carrying out duties of the position

NJ TRANSIT’s Surface Transit Training Department offers comprehensive job-related training for all Service persons new hires. This may include, but is not guaranteed, support in obtaining a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) or a Commercial Driver License (CDL).

• Light professional mechanical experience preferred; diesel experience a plus but not required
• Be twenty-one years (21) years of age
• Possess a valid NJ Driver’s License with three (3) years of driving experience
• Must be eligible to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement or possess a valid NY/PA CDL with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement
• Be able to work any shift in keeping with seniority‑based scheduling. Hours vary depending on the Bus Garage
• Be able to pass the pre‑employment physical and background checks
• Have a good driving record with less than five (5)

At NJ TRANSIT you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package!

• Signing Bonus
  : $6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B License Holders (must have air brake and passenger endorsement) at time of hire
• $3,000 Signing Bonus for all newly hired Service persons
• Vision and pension plan plus 457 tax‑deferred savings plan (lifetime)
• Assistance obtaining your CDL (for NJ driving only)

Entry level

Full‑time

Customer Service

Truck Transportation and Ground Passenger Transportation

At NJ TRANSIT we support and depend upon the diversity of our staff. NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Terms and Conditions Apply. This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and Alcohol Testing Regulations. The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason.

It is unacceptable for any safety‑sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. The use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol‑Free Workplace Policy for safety‑sensitive employees.