Bus Mechanic

About the role

The Mechanic position is a specialized position that involves labor-intensive work, which requires the employee to perform corrective repairs and preventive maintenance inspections on transit buses and other vehicles as needed. Employees must be able to function well without close supervision, use current test equipment to diagnose problems, read and comprehend maintenance manuals and electrical diagrams, and fully adhere to specific instructions.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses problems related to all phases of transit bus systems.
• Performs wheel alignments and repairs, including removal or replacement of parts on air brake systems, air conditioners, electronic fuel injectors, electronic transmissions, ABS, and hydraulic brakes, diesel powerplants and subcomponents, suspensions, and cooling systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance procedures and maintains records or logs for Company vehicles.
• Diagnose problems related to propulsion, suspension, braking, and steering.
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of RTA are carried out.

Requirements

• Must be able to read and comprehend maintenance manuals and electrical diagrams.
• Must be able to use current test equipment, including but not limited to digital multimeters, starting/charging systems testers, Diagnostic scanners, and system testing equipment.
• Must be able to understand English, read, and write legibly for required reports.
• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of recent, verifiable experience as a mechanic.
• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A with a “P” endorsement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, G.E.D., or vocational training in automotive mechanics.
• A.S.E. Master Technician certification is desirable. However, any A.S.E. certification is preferred.

Skills

• Must be able to read and comprehend maintenance manuals and electrical diagrams.
• Must be able to use current test equipment, including but not limited to digital multimeters, starting/charging systems testers, Diagnostic scanners, and system testing equipment.
• Must be able to understand English, read, and write legibly for required reports.

Benefits

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Employment Opportunity Wages for new employees are on a tiered scale based on the candidate’s skills and experience, as approved by management at the time of hire. New employees will begin at 90% of the assigned rate/tier for the first six months.

Pay

New employees will begin at 90% of the assigned rate/tier for the first six months. Starting rate of pay is $26.51 - $33.83 hourly.

Schedule

The job requires stooping, bending, climbing, kneeling, walking throughout the shift, and at times the handling of parts ranging from 10 to 50 pounds or more. Must be able to work while in the following positions or conditions: sitting, bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching, crouching, lying down prone or supine, at shoulder level or above, or any combination listed above. Must be able to work at heights on platforms and man-lifts. Must be able to work in pits and under lifted heavy equipment. Must be able to work in all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety gear. Must be able to work in the assigned uniform approved by the company.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.