Union Painter Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $38.57 Hourly
Location : RTA Maintenance, 1825 Third Street, Riverside, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 27-1072-01
Department: Maintenance
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
JOB SUMMARY
The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting for the position of Body Mechanic B in our Maintenance Department.
The Body Mechanic B will perform vehicle body and chassis repair work on all Agency vehicles assigned.
Applicants must be available to work all weekdays, including weekends, holidays, and all shifts.
Applications will be reviewed in the order received and the posting may close at any time.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Checking vehicle and diagnosing damages
• Paint vehicle surfaces and parts
• Fit and replace panels, repair dents and scratches
• Weld with gas and arc equipment
• Maintain proper maintenance and repair records
• Operate Agency vehicles as necessary (non-revenue service)
• Make road calls as needed
• Assist Body Mechanic "A" in the various duties of repair and paint
• Performs related tasks as required

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school or its equivalent with at least two (2)* years experience in vehicular painting and body repair of automobiles, heavy-duty equipment, or buses. Must demonstrate abilities in and knowledge of painting, welding and body fabrication.
*Education, which may include vocational studies, may satisfy up to the two (2) year requirement listed above.
A current valid non-restricted Class C Driver's License is required.
Additionally, obtain an official DMV K4 printout from a branch of the DMV printout (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) must be provided with the application. The DMV K4 must be clear of suspensions for any reason within the past five (5) years and have no more than three (3) points within the past five (5) years, and no two (2) point violations. No accidents which applicant contributed to cause within 3 years from your application date. Have appeared in court as required.
Note to Internal Candidates
The following areas will be reviewed as part of the selection process:

• Candidates will be required to pass job related skill(s) test(s).Testing may include, but is not limited to:
  • Written test(s)
  • Oral test(s)
  • Practical test(s)
• Past year performance record will be reviewed:
  • Discipline other than attendance & accidents - only 1 written warning in last year. Excludes accidents and attendance, which are described below.
  • Must have zero additional disciplinary actions, i.e. no:
    • Further Written Warnings
    • Final Warnings
    • Suspension
  • Must have no more than 1 Late Arrival within the last 12 months.
  • Must have no more than 1 Attendance Point in the last year.
  • Preventable Accidents - only 1 written warning within the last year.
  • Performance Appraisal ratings must be at or above "Meets Standards."
  • Applications to transfer to a different department, will be accepted once the 120 day probationary period has been successfully completed.

Advancement will be determined by qualification (as listed above) or by seniority in cases where qualification is deemed equal.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
Department: Maintenance
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
The Riverside Transit Agency offers an attractive benefits package. Maintenance employees and Coach Operators are Union members and receive the following benefits:

• The Riverside Transit Agency contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) to administer the retirement benefits. The current benefit factor formula for all new hires is 2% at 62. Employees with previous CalPERS membership or membership with another employer who has established reciprocity with CalPERS may be eligible for the 2% at 55 benefit factor formula.
• Medical available to employees at minimal cost with a contribution toward dependent coverage, Chiro/Acupuncture/Vision benefits included with Medical Insurance.
• Dental Insurance available at no cost for HMO employee only coverage. PPO coverage is offered; however, RTA will pay up to the HMO employee only premium.
• Vision Insurance available at employee cost.
• Symetra Voluntary Insurance available at employee cost.
• Basic Life Insurance ($35,000) provided at no cost.
• Supplemental Life Insurance available at employee cost.
• Deferred Compensation Programs available.
• Free Transportation Pass for employee and eligible dependents.
• Direct Deposit available
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid time off earned in 1st year: 2 weeks' vacation, 8 floating holidays, 7 regular holidays, and 7 sick leave days.
• Employee Assistance Programs available for employee and immediate family members.

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Briefly describe your experience performing chassis repair work?
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Briefly describe your experience maintain proper maintenance and repair records?
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Briefly describe your experience vehicular painting.
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Briefly describe your experience in welding and body fabrication.
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Please list any additional employment history not listed in the "Work Experience" section. Please include employer, dates, and reason for leaving.
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Certification: I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted. I have included my full employment history (including any gaps in employment). Gaps in employment can be explained in the "Additional Information" section of the application or questions above. I have fully completed all sections, provided full descriptions of my duties for each employer and fully answered all the supplemental questions. I understand that resumes are only used as a supplement and will NOT be reviewed as an application. I also understand that failure to fully complete will cause my application to be rejected.

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