Position Title: Mechanic – Body Repair
Safety Sensitive: Yes
Supervisor’s Title: Manager – Vehicle Maintenance
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Vehicle Maintenance
Division: Preventative Maintenance and Repairs
This is an on-site position. This role will not be remote.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. IPTC will not sponsor visas or work authorizations for this position.
ABOUT US
We are IndyGo, a Municipal Corporation of Indianapolis – Marion County, and we’re proud to be the largest public transportation provider in the state of Indiana. We operate 31 transit routes throughout the county, providing nearly 10 million passenger trips a year to the good citizens of our region. IndyGo is committed to expanding mobility options to improve connectivity with the company’s mission, vision, and goals.
WHO WE ARE
A key measure of any great city is the ease of getting from one place to another. We call it “mobility.” It’s as essential as access to electricity and clean water. It moves a city forward to become a better place of opportunity and community. It’s a measure of a city’s vitality and potential, and it reflects a city’s judgment about its civic priorities. It makes a city a better home and a better place to visit.
At IndyGo, getting people from one place to another is much more than just moving riders: it’s about getting our riders to their hopes and dreams, to their education and careers, to their families and friends, to their health and well-being, and to another day of life in Indianapolis and the surrounding areas.
We’re here because you’ve got somewhere you need to be, and you need an easy, reliable way to get there. So come on; get on and get going to wherever you want to go on IndyGo.
INDYGO MISSION
As the region's largest transit authority, we are duty-bound to set the bar for transparency, trust, and overall professionalism. Our mission is to connect our community to economic and cultural opportunities through safe, reliable, and accessible mobility experiences.
Accountability: We are legally, ethically, and morally committed to utilizing all resources responsibly with integrity and transparency.
Adaptability: We adapt to disruptions through technology, workforce, and ridership innovations so we can meet the evolving needs of our community.
Workplace Culture: We offer an empowering workplace to meet the needs of our teammates and riders.
Compassion: We promote, embrace and value all individuals, treating each other with dignity and respect.
Communication: We value open and honest conversations with each other, our riders and the community.
Excellence: We are proud of who we are and the work we do and will continue to exceed customer expectations.
Responsibility: We will be good stewards of our resources.
Results: We make things better today than they were yesterday.
Safety: We ensure safe and secure environments.
BENEFITS WE OFFER
Full-time positions with guaranteed 40 hours/week.Medical, dental, and vision (effective on the 1st of the month, 30 days after the start date). Free on-site wellness clinic for employees and their families. Retirement plan (401A and 457B). Tuition reimbursement. Free IndyGo transportation for employees and their families. Federal Loan Forgiveness ProgramPOSITION PURPOSE
The Body Repair Mechanic is responsible for using a variety of tools, welding equipment, and specialized knowledge to fabricate, weld, and manipulate a variety of materials to repair the bodies and frames of corporation vehicles.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To succeed in this role, an individual must be able to perform satisfactorily the functions listed below. The company will provide reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Examine and diagnose damage to metal, plastic, and fiberglass body panels and a variety of parts and components on corporation vehicles. Determine the proper course of action to facilitate vehicle repair, adjustment, and component replacement.Remove, repair, adjust, and replace the body panel, door, seat and flooring, destination sign, and window.Cut body panels using plasma arc cutter, and uses oxyacetylene cutting/welding, and MIG welding equipment to repair and form body panels and other automotive and bus parts.Apply body fillers, sands, and paints, as appropriate.Weld and rivet body parts, as needed.Locate and repair leaks at seams and beading.Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, hydraulic lifts, hoists and jacks, and tugs used for pulling disabled buses.Respond to and aid in emergencies that require the movement of corporation vehicles involved in incidents and accidents.Complete relevant paperwork and reports.Perform all tasks and assignments within the established safety practices and maintenance guidelines.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Strong knowledge of techniques and tools necessary for the repair of automobile and bus bodies.Operational knowledge of the methods and practices used to construct and shape sheet steel, aluminum, plastic, fiberglass, wood, plywood, and other materials commonly used in automotive and diesel bus bodies.Ability to diagnose and repair body panels and vehicle components including lights, windows, seats, and flooring; repair said components and systems effectively, skillfully, and in a timely manner under established deadlines.Skilled in metal cutting techniques, including the use of plasma machines; welding using oxy-acetylene and MIG welding equipment; riveting; the application, sanding, and finishing of body fillers; and the removal and replacement of automotive glass.Ability to select and use correct parts, tools, and test equipment to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.Ability to use workshop and diagnostic software and hardware.Operational knowledge of mandated safety principles related to personal protective equipment, chemical hazards, lockout/tag out, and general shop safety and cleanliness practices.Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage tasks and time effectively.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here represent those an individual must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Work is performed in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment.
Ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment.Ability to work independently with work checked on a regular basis.Requires exposure to heavy machinery/equipment, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, fumes/odors, some hazardous materials, and dirt/dust.Must be able to pass all post-offer physical testing and be able to complete all physical job functions as defined in the Functional Job Description.Ability to work night and weekend work shifts and overtime on a regular basis due to assignment shifts being picked bi-annually according to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.IndyGo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Read LessPosition Title: Bus Operator Trainee
Safety Sensitive: Yes
Supervisor’s Title: Manager of Transportation Training
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Transportation
Division: Operations
ABOUT US
We are IndyGo, a Municipal Corporation of Indianapolis – Marion County, and we’re proud to be Indiana's largest public transportation provider. We operate 32 transit routes throughout the county, providing nearly 10 million passenger trips a year to the good citizens of our region. IndyGo is committed to expanding mobility options to improve connectivity with the company’s mission, vision, and goals.
WHO WE ARE
A key measure of any great city is the ease of getting from one place to another. We call it “mobility.” It’s as essential as access to electricity and clean water. It moves a city forward to become a better place of opportunity and community. It’s a measure of a city’s vitality and potential and reflects a city’s judgment about its civic priorities. It makes a city a better home and a better place to visit.
At IndyGo, getting people from one place to another is much more than just moving riders; it’s about getting our riders to their hopes and dreams, to their education and careers, to their families and friends, to their health and well-being, and another day of life in Indianapolis and the surrounding areas.
We’re here because you’ve got somewhere you need to be, and you need an easy, reliable way to get there. So come on; get on and go wherever you want to go on IndyGo.
INDYGO MISSION
As the region's largest transit authority, we are duty-bound to set the bar for transparency, trust, and professionalism. Our mission is to connect our community to economic and cultural opportunities through safe, reliable, and accessible mobility experiences.
Accountability: We are legally, ethically, and morally committed to utilizing all resources responsibly with integrity and transparency.
Diversity: We promote, embrace, and value all individuals.
Safety: We ensure safe and secure environments.
Excellence: We strive for quality in everything we do.
Teamwork: We actively promote effective communication, collaboration, and partnerships.
Respect: We value and treat all with dignity.
BENEFITS WE OFFER
Full-time positions with guaranteed 40 hours/week. Medical, dental, and vision (effective on the 1st of the month, 30 days after the start date). Free on-site wellness clinic for employees and their families. Retirement plan (401A and 457B). Tuition reimbursement. Free IndyGo transportation is available for employees and their families. Federal Loan Forgiveness ProgramPOSITION PURPOSE
The Bus Operator Trainee position is a limited-duration training position in which the incumbent is taught the knowledge and skills necessary to become an IndyGo Professional Bus Operator. After successful completion of the IndyGo Training Academy, an incumbent will know how to transport, safely and expediently, passengers throughout the Indianapolis Metropolitan area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To be successful in this role, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the functions listed below. The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Learns to be and is responsible for conducting self in an appropriate manner as a representative of IndyGo, working effectively in a diverse work environment, making appropriate decisions, safely performing duties, and assuring professional quality of services to all external and internal customers.Learn how to operate a transit bus in revenue and non-revenue service while strictly complying with IndyGo policies, directives, procedures, and all Federal and Indiana traffic laws and regulations. This includes using proper defensive driving techniques.Learn how to perform a pre-trip inspection of a transit bus for mechanical problems before beginning the work assignment. This includes conducting an external/internal visual inspection of the transit bus and pre-testing all necessary equipment, operating/safety devices, and transit bus controls for use while in service. In addition, learn how to conduct an internal visual inspection at the end of revenue service to collect and turn in lost items, check for sleeping passengers, and bring route schedules back inside the operator’s lounge.Learns and maintains a working knowledge of streets, current bus routes, and stops within the service area, as well as IndyGo’s current fare structure and bus pass programs.Learns to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in operating the transit bus. This includes learning how to assist individuals with disabilities with boarding and de-boarding, when requested, and safely securing wheelchairs and mobility devices in a courteous manner, announcing designated stops and other stops as requested, without question, and examining and testing all passenger accessibility equipment during pre-trip inspections.OTHER FUNCTIONS
Successfully passes the CDL Skills Exam, if applicable.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience.
Must be at least 21 years of age.Valid Operators/Chauffeurs/Commercial Driver’s License Valid Commercials Driver’s Permit preferred.Valid Indiana CDL with Passenger and Airbrake Endorsements Preferred - Please upload Testing History and DOT Physical if you have these documents.Strong documented experience in customer service.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Knowledge of and the ability to use standard defensive driving techniques.Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, while interacting with customers and IndyGo employees in a courteous, professional manner. This includes providing good customer service by attending to the needs of a diverse customer base in a sensitive manner.Above-average decision-making and problem-solving abilities.Basic mathematical abilities (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).Ability to tell time and keep a timely schedule.Ability to read and understand maps, routes, and timetables, which includes determining directions and following a mapped-out route.Ability to work and maintain professional composure while under stress and pressure.Ability to work unusual hours, split shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.Ability to make appropriate decisions based on standard policies and procedures, make quick, safe decisions with minimal supervision, and adapt to constantly changing operation environments.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here represent those an individual must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Must be able to pass a current Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination by obtaining a DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate and then maintain a current DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate thereafter.Must be able to pass all post-offer physical testing and the (DOT) physical examination.Ability to work in an environment with dust, fumes, exhaust, various noise levels, various temperatures, and chemicals for an extended length of time and in various outdoor weather conditions as required.Must be able to sit for long periods of time within a defined workspace that cannot be modified.Must occasionally move and position yourself to conduct inspections and secure wheelchairs.Must be comfortable transporting individuals with service animals.IndyGo is an Equal Opportunity Employer
