Interested in becoming a part of MOTA and serving the communities of Mecosta and Osceola Counties?
You can submit an application in any of the following ways!
- Apply to any of our open positions on our website. If we are interested in your qualifications, we will contact you directly.
- Download and print our application below. You can submit this application via mail or fax using the information listed below.
- Visit our office at 18710 16 Mile Rd, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Questions? Give us a call at (231) 796-4896 and ask to speak with either the Operations Supervisor or Executive Director.
MOTA Contact Information
Mailing Address: 18710 16 Mile Rd, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Phone Number: (231) 796-4896
Fax Number: (231) 796-4137
MOTA will keep an Application for Employment for one (1) calendar year after it is submitted. Thank you for your interest!
MOTA is Hiring!
Job Description:
Mechanic (Part-time)
Reports To:
This position reports to the Executive Director and/or the Operations Supervisor.
Job Overview:
We are looking to expand our Mechanic team! This is a safety-sensitive position that performs a variety of skilled mechanical duties required in the maintenance and repair of MOTA transit vehicles. The ideal candidate is someone with multiple years of experience servicing gas and/or diesel vehicles, has a current ASE Certification and/or State of Michigan Mechanic’s license, current CDL or ability to obtain a CDL, and is willing to work safely without supervision. Job training will be provided for the hired candidate. This is a part-time position, with the potential for full-time employment as our service needs continue to grow. Varying weekday hours and Saturdays may be required.
Additional Job Responsibilities:
- Responsible for regular inspection and maintenance of all MOTA vehicles, certification of road safety of all MOTA vehicles, and mechanical condition of all MOTA vehicles.
- Maintaining the cleanliness and condition of the garage area.
- Prompt and accurate reporting of any problems associated with the mechanical condition of the fleet or the condition of garage equipment.
- Accurately recording time and parts used on a vehicle on a work order during or upon completion of operation and submitting work orders in a timely manner.
- Reviewing daily vehicle check lists, noting and repairing any problem that may have been noted by the vehicle operator and supervisory team.
- Maintaining up-to-date records of all work performed on MOTA transit vehicles.
- Communicating on a regular basis with the Executive Director and/or the Operations Supervisor regarding the condition of the MOTA fleet and professionally presenting any problems associated with our transit vehicles.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Be able to initiate tasks independently without direct supervision
- Ability to learn and grasp new concepts, practices and procedures
- Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen
Benefits:
- Accrued sick time
- Company paid life insurance
- MERS retirement
- Starting Rate: $26.98/Hour
Does this sound like you or someone you know? Apply today at www.motaonline.net/employment or visit our office at 18710 16 Mile Rd. Big Rapids, MI for an in-person application.
Mecosta Osceola Transit Authority is an equal opportunity employer
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Mecosta Osceola Transit Authority
is offering rides for Veterans
through the Rides to Wellness program
at HALF the cost of standard travel rates!
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$7.50 for inner county travels per ride
$22.50 for outer county travels per hour
to any authorized Veteran Affairs medical facility.
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