Position Summary:
Repair and diagnosis of major components or removal and replacement of major components of various bus/motorcoach equipment at the direction of supervisor or lead mechanic.
Expectations include the ability to diagnose and repair the following with little or no supervision: electric systems, hydraulic and air brake systems, heating and air conditioning systems, instruments and gauges.
Maintain commercial vehicle fleet to DOT standards.
Major Responsibilities:
- Perform mechanical and general appearance repairs as needed
- Identify and determine parts required for repair of disassembled units
- Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services on equipment
- Identify warrant-able repairs and document on repair order
- Maintain work area appearance and safety
- Road test vehicles when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly
- Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists
- Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery
- Adjust and replace brakes, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges
- Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
- Other projects and tasks as assigned by manager
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2-4 years practical experience with diesel maintenance preferred
- Vocational or technical certifications or other specialized training in the repair and replacement of vehicle components preferred
- Proficiency in the use of shop tools required
- Valid driver’s license is required, CDL with air brake certification & passenger endorsement HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
- Basic computer skills preferred for data entry into maintenance systems and diagnostic equipment
- Ability to work in non-climate-controlled conditions when needed
- Willingness to travel as necessary (customers yards, close geographical area and training sites), work the required schedule, work at the location required
- Background (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screenings are required.