Transit Systems 2026-09-08 2026-10-09

MetroLink Mechanic

Bi-State Development Agency
Saint Louis, Missouri

Job ID: 180796
Job Status: Full-time

Job Listing - MetroLink Mechanic (Electromechanic)

Why Build Your Career in St. Louis with Bi-State Development?

  • Cost of Living Advantage: Stretch your hard-earned money further in a region where the overall cost of living is 10% below the national average.
  • Exceptional Housing Affordability: Housing costs in the St. Louis area sit an incredible 21% below the national average.
  • $5,000 Sign-On Bonus: Enjoy an immediate welcome bonus across all featured mechanic, electrician, and facility roles.
  • Financial Peace of Mind: Reliable weekly paychecks, generous benefits, PSLF eligibility, robust pension & training programs, and official union representation via the IBEW (Local 2 and Local 309) for designated technical and facility positions.

2. MetroLink Mechanic (Electromechanic)

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus | Start at $33.95/hr ($35.69/hr after 1,000 hrs) | Tool Allowance & Overtime


POSITION SUMMARY & CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Take control of your career and finances! Say goodbye to unpredictable flat rates and bad assignments while working on advanced light rail transit systems.
  • Perform skilled troubleshooting, inspection, maintenance, and repair of all electronic, electrical, and mechanical equipment on Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs).
  • Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on propulsion systems, printed circuit boards, amplifiers, static converters, motors, air brakes, and HVAC systems.
  • Operate diagnostic test equipment (voltmeters, ohmmeters, wheel truing machines, cranes) to solve complex equipment malfunctions.
  • Interpret technical publications, blueprints, source code manuals, and wiring/circuit diagrams.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic theory; ability to pass technical exams; and ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions (training provided) and required safety certifications.

Apply Now on our Career Page: https://www.bistatedev.org/careers

Get paid while you earn your commercial driver's license (CDL). *Class A excluded.* Also hiring applicants 18 to 20 years old with the ability to obtain an INTRASTATE CDL after training.

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Transit Job Listing - MetroLink Mechanic