MECHANIC

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs thorough and accurate Preventative Maintenance (PM) inspections.
• Follows schedules, completes all required PM maintenance operations including lubrication, fluid changes, brake adjustments, and tire rotation.
• Works under the direction of the Supervisor to perform unscheduled maintenance as needed.
• Performs complex operations including engine, electrical, fuel, brake, and exhaust repairs and field tests.
• Must be able to utilize a ladder and other elevation equipment to access the roof of buses and elevated light fixtures for repairs and maintenance.
• Operates CDL and Non-CDL vehicles (buses and vans) to perform road tests, as well as shuttle in and out of the garage for repairs and maintenance.
• Performs DVIR repairs – daily based upon needs of fleet and work orders being submitted by drivers.
• Assists with starting buses for AM/PM routes – (jumping off buses that won’t start, putting ether into the system to start the bus, etc.).
• Able to stand long periods of time while performing medium and heavy duty motor work.
• Sweep shop floor, wipe down equipment, tools, parts, work stations, mop spills and empty out oil reservoirs into main tank.
• Call vendor to have them come out and empty main tank to keep oil reservoirs empty and clean.
• Conduct monthly inventory, based upon shop manager schedules, ordering parts using the computer system and restocking them in the tool crib.
• Performs emergency roadside services as needed.
• Requires operation of either replacement vehicle or utility truck.
• Emergency conditions may require calls at home, extended hours, or weekend work.
• Document repairs and parts on work orders completely and accurately.
• Maintains tools and work places so that workplace conditions are safe, neat and orderly.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of tools, procedures, technical skills and safety rules used in the maintenance and repair of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered equipment.
• Written and verbal communication skills, and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability to deal with problems and find solutions.
• Knowledge of Federal and State regulations.
• Operational knowledge of motorized gasoline, diesel and alternative fueled vehicles, and shop equipment and tools.
• Scheduling and setting priorities for work to be accomplished.
• Inspection of equipment and diagnose mechanical defects.
• Propane/gasoline medium duty truck engine experience preferred, ASE Certification(s) a plus.
• Must be able to lift heavy equipment including brake drums, tires, ladders, tool chests, floor jacks, etc. when necessary.
• Must be able to operate bench grinder, torch, drill press, jack and jack stands, Sawzall, oil pumps, power washer, parts cleaner and other hand tools required to perform work.
• Attend work on a regular and dependable basis.
• Ability to successfully pass state and/or federal required Background Checks.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to comply with all policies and procedures established by company.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized vehicle and equipment repair courses.
• For Tech A: At least five (5) to seven (7) years hands-on experience working on diesel engines with large buses or vehicles with experience as a mechanic in an automotive, school bus, trucking or heavy equipment environment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Class 7 Inspection license.
• For Tech B: At least four (4) years’ experience as a mechanic in an automotive, school bus, trucking or heavy equipment environment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Class 7 Inspection license.
• For Tech C: At least two (2) years’ experience as a mechanic in an automotive, school bus, trucking or heavy equipment environment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to safely lift heavy equipment (minimum of 50 lbs can be up to 100 pounds).
• Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License and DOT physical or must be able to attain within 3 months of hire.
• Provide own hand tools required for regular maintenance.

Physical Requirements

• Climbing - Regularly
• Walking - Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling - Frequently
• Reaching - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Sitting - Frequently
• Talking - Regularly
• Seeing - Frequently
• Hearing - Frequently
• Straussing - Frequently
• Standing - Frequently
• Lifting - Frequently
• Combination of Above - Frequently
• Rarely (1% of the time or less)
• Occasionally (2-15% of the time)
• Regularly (16-40% of the time)
• Frequently (41-100% of the time)