Vehicle Equipment Mechanic -3rd Cl (0603)

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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Apply now » Vehicle Equipment Mechanic -3rd Cl (0603) Category:  Vehicle Mechanic (bus, rail, car) Facility:  City:  Philadelphia Date:  Apr 25, 2026 Req ID:  809 Secure Your Future with SEPTA – A Leader in Transportation!

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region. SEPTA is at the forefront of innovation in the transit industry, ensuring reliable and efficient services while driving economic growth in the Philadelphia region.

 

We are proud to be recognized as:

2023 FORBES Best in State Employer

Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024

 

 

We are seeking to hire candidates for our Vehicle Equipment Mechanic -3rd Cl (0603).   

 

*Starting Pay Rate: $27.5337/hour - After 12 Months: $29.1071, based on applicable contract.

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

Diagnoses and repairs buses and related equipment.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILTIES

1. Performs diagnosis of average mechanical, electrical and pneumatic trouble.
2. Makes unit replacements and adjustments on vehicle equipment. 
3. Makes repairs incidental to state inspections.
4. Replaces such items as diaphragms, slack adjusters, application valves, air hoses; front axle assembles, quick releases and relay valves, mufflers, exhaust pipes, etc.
5. Adjusts brakes and clutches; uses feelers to tolerance of .002 in; checks assembly for concentricity.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.  
• Graduate from an accredited technical school in the automotive repair field with certification required. 
• In lieu of recent certification from accredited technical school in related field, one year of work experience in the repair of gas or diesel engines is an acceptable equivalent.