Mechanic

Pay Rate: $26.50

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintains vehicles, which may include a fleet of cars, trucks, heavy equipment, and other motor vehicles.

Performs routine and preventive maintenance including oil changes and tune-ups.

Performs tests on specific parts and systems to ensure proper function.

Identifies mechanical problems either visually or with computer diagnostic equipment.

Examines critical parts and systems using a standard checklist.

Repairs or replaces malfunctioning parts and systems such as brake pads, belts, water pumps, transmissions, and other mechanical parts.

Plans and establishes timetable to complete repairs and maintenance.

Test drives vehicle to confirm safe and proper operation.

Diagnose and repair most transmission, engine, electrical, suspension, driveline, HVAC, brakes and air systems.

Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.

Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on commercial buses.

Repair and/or replace bolt on body parts such as hoods and cab extenders.

Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.

Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most SRT times.

Drive trucks in and out of shop before and after repairs are completed.

Work closely with other mechanics and make suggestions on complicated repairs.

Clean and maintain work area on a daily basis.

Perform open seat inspections to prepare buses for next driver.

Monitor workflow and report progress on complex repairs.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities: 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Proficient computer skills/software navigation capabilities

Extensive knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair.

Excellent mechanical repair skills.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to read service and repair manuals.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Vocational/technical school program or apprenticeship in auto repair or related field required.

5 years of commercial bus experience preferred.

Experience in the transportation industry a plus.

Experience in using diagnostics software preferred.

Valid Driver’s License required.

 CDL-A and P endorsement preferred.

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred

Physical Requirements: 

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer.

Ability to stand for long periods of time supporting full body weight

Ability to walk 1000 feet minimum and change positions frequently

Ability to frequently move shoulders with full range of motion in all six planes of movement

Ability to reach heights over 72” frequently; ability to crouch to height of 18” frequently

Ability to reach and stretch across the midline with full cervical range of motion and bilateral range of motion

Ability to use hand tools constantly for extended periods of time

Ability to stoop to 30” minimum and kneel to 18” minimum

Ability to constantly go in/out of truck on 51” and one 24” step pulling full body weight.

Ability to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.

Ability to lift 50 pounds at times.

Ability to occasionally push 250 lbs, pull 125 lbs, frequently push/pull 100/50 lbs and constantly push/pull 50/25 lbs.

Ability to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present.