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Maintenance Careers

At OCTA, you’ll find advancement opportunities that lead to supervisor or management roles. You will learn about emerging technologies and obtain certifications to help you drive toward your future goals.

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Work your way up

Build your career through one of our maintenance positions. Hourly pay ranged includes increases every six months*:

  • Journeyman Mechanic $32.26 - $41.43, plus up to $3 per hour with ASE certifications
  • Journeyman Electronic Technician $32.26 - $41.43
  • Mechanic (Body and Upholstery) $29.05 - $40.55
  • Automotive Mechanic $29.05 - $39.37, plus up to $3 per hour with ASE certifications
  • Apprentice Mechanic $28.87 - $33.13
  • Service Worker $23.80 - $28.36
  • Mechanic Helper $27.03 - $27.44
Facilities maintenance opportunities

Join a team that creates, implements, and monitors aggressive, proactive programs to ensure all facilities and equipment are maintained to provide a safe, efficient, and enjoyable environment for all OCTA employees to perform their daily jobs.

Hourly pay ranges include increases every six months*:

  • Facilities Technician $25.22 - $34.98
  • Senior Facilities Technician $26.97 - $37.36
Get the best in benefits
  • Excellent health, wellness, and retirement plans
  • Shift differentials of 3% for second and 5% for third shifts
  • Safety shoe and tool reimbursement programs
  • ASE testing reimbursement and incremental pay increases for certifications earned and maintained
State-of-the-Art Technology

Our fleet features advanced battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, supported by a high-voltage maintenance program that meets NFPA and OSHA standards. Mechanics receive ongoing training on evolving transit technologies—including HVAC, fire suppression, and gas detection systems—to stay ready for the latest innovations. 

Training Opportunities


At OCTA, we invest in your growth—with paid training opportunities designed to help you build your skills, expand your career, and reach your full potential.

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Maintenance Certification Course

This paid nine-month course covers all aspects of bus maintenance. OCTA also provides access to additional no-cost training opportunities for employees.

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ASE Certification

Earn $0.25/hour for each ASE certification, up to $2/hour for completing a Master Technician series. Add an L1 or L2 certification to boost your total to $3/hour.

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Apprentice Mechanic Program

This two-year, state-approved apprentice program combines classroom learning with hands-on training, leading to a California journeyman mechanic certification.

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