Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA)
BODY REPAIRER A
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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 29, 2025 . Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of
January 12, 2026 . Performance exam will take place starting the week of
January 26, 2026 . These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
Responsibilities
Repairs damaged bodies and body parts of revenue buses using a variety of hand and power tools following blueprints, 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
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
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
(CA)
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Recruitment Timelines: Written exams are projected to be scheduled for the week of
December 29, 2025 . Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of
January 12, 2026 . Performance exam will take place starting the week of
January 26, 2026 . These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
Responsibilities
Repairs damaged bodies and body parts of revenue buses using a variety of hand and power tools following blueprints, 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
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
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
(CA)
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