Transdev Careers

Description

• Medical/Dental/Vision health benefits - Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser*
• 401(K) retirement plan*
• Paid time off and holidays*
• Ability to advance your career

Pay Rate: $37 per hour

• Perform diagnostic procedures assigned to evaluate and implement a logical and efficient procedure for the timely and proper repair sequence to be followed for most mechanical failures which could arise in the transit bus environment.
• Perform appropriate diagnostic tests on assigned vehicles and equipment in accordance with factory recommended policies and procedures.
• Services and/or repairs all assigned transit vehicles, automobiles, and miscellaneous light and heavy mechanical equipment requiring little assistance from supervisors and/or leads.
• Must be a team player and willing to accept advice and direction from A mechanics, leads and supervisors.
• Must be able to complete most diagnosis and repairs using factory recommended procedures within industry time standards.
• Continues to keep updated on new technology relating to transit bus maintenance and repair procedures.
• Performs minor bodywork; repair seats and replace glass.
• Able to use computer management systems to record vehicle work orders, labor, and parts as well as time management and all other system functions accurately and clearly.
• Uses factory repair and parts manuals, (both hard copy and computer systems), as well as computerized diagnostic equipment to their full capability.
• Must possess a complete set of heavy equipment tools and a roll-a-way toolbox necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Ability to perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Applies sound safety practices in the transit maintenance environment.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Works as a team with other employees in a directed work team environment. Maintains professional effective working relationships with other transit employees, supervisors, administrators, passengers, outside contractors, suppliers, and the public.
• Ability to maintain personal hygiene and grooming standards that are appropriate within the work environment.
• Operates transit vehicles in non-revenue service for road tests and coach change outs throughout the service area.
• Attends training as needed to maintain knowledge of emerging technology, current mechanical and shop procedures.
• Other duties as required.

• High school graduate or its equivalent.
• Some Junior College classes in automotive or medium/heavy duty vehicle technology or an equivalent trade school or manufacturers training plus a minimum of 15 years’ experience working on automobiles, medium/heavy duty trucks, and/or transit buses.
• Of the 15 years’ experience a minimum of 5 years must be in the transit bus industry.  
• ASE certified in the following areas: diesel engines, driver train, brakes, suspension & steering, HVAC and PMI in transit bus or medium/heavy duty truck required. (Must possess at time of hire or be able to obtain certification within 1 year of employment start date).
• EPA Certified in both 608 and 609 air conditioning systems required. (May be obtained within 6 months of start date).
• Thorough knowledge of the modifications, repair, and maintenance of light and heavy-duty gasoline, electric, and diesel-powered transit bus equipment.
• Must be able to complete most assignments within industry time standards as published in the Chilton/Mitchell labor guide and/or times developed by management through time proven experience.
• Completes service and repairs using professional workmanship and able to keep repeat repairs to less than a 5% comeback ratio based on industry time standards.
• Must be able to evaluate most parts accurately as to whether they are serviceable or unserviceable.
• Must be familiar with and able to use all types of auto/truck mechanical and machinist tools and equipment effectively including all relevant electronic and computerized diagnostic equipment.
• Must possess the knowledge and ability to use repair manuals, parts books, and reference material, in hard copy and computerized versions.
• Must be able to pass an employment physical examination (pre-employment or renewal) including a substance abuse screening.
• Must possess a Commercial Drivers License Class B or better with passenger endorsement.
• Must have a clean driving record.

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; reach with hands or arms; and talk or hear. 
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; and smell. 
• Frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 90 lbs. (wheels/tires, vehicle parts etc. ) may be necessary.
• Must be able to work in extreme heat and cold and in a damp environment with moderate noise.