Mechanic - Transportation West

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose and repair diesel and gasoline engines.
• Perform diesel tune ups including fuel pump, Injector diagnosis & replacement and set overhead (valves).
• Diagnose and repair of chassis and body electrical, starters and charging systems.
• Repair drive train systems, 4wd systems, differentials, U-joints, mount & dismount, balance various sizes & types of tires and wheels.
• Diagnose, repair and inspect hydraulic, ABS and air brake systems.
• Perform tune ups on gas engines.
• Operate laptop computer with engine, transmission, ABS and other software programs to diagnose and repair electronic controlled vehicles.
• Drive to work towards CDE Inspector License and ASE certifications.
• Inspect, repair, maintain special need wheelchair lifts.
• Diagnose and repair light and heavy-duty suspension and steering systems.
• Diagnose and repair heating, cooling systems on all types of vehicles.
• Perform road calls with or without supervision and operate buses during scheduled work hours to support transportation operations as needed.
• Input work orders into computer Fleet software system. Accuracy in line notes and VMRS posting a must.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma.
• Three (3) years of mechanic, shop foreman, or fleet supervisor experience.
• Must be willing to seek continued education in the field.
• Must meet insurability requirements of the Colorado Self Insurance Pool.
• Colorado driver's license.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with P and S endorsement within 1 year of hire.
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification within 1 year of hire.
• Air brake certification within Two (2) year of hire.
• Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Technician Inspector license within one (2) year of hire.
• Ability to accurately enter work orders into Fleet Software Program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Medium work strength level (lifting or carrying 50 pounds).
• Works both indoors and outdoors.
• Typically a loud noise level.
• Work location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the organization.
• Ability to work any shift and any location.
• Exposed to both elevated and reduced temperature conditions.
• Subject to hot working environments (e.g., engine compartments, outdoor summer conditions).
• Subject to cold weather and outdoor winter conditions.