Mechanic, Bus And Fleet

Description

This is a highly skilled position that performs technical diagnostics and repairs on transit vehicles with internal combustion engines. Duties are performed under the general direction of a fleet mechanic supervisor and are evaluated through periodic inspections of work performed evaluating accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of tasks competed.

• Full medical, dental and vision insurance effective on the first of the month following date of hire

• Paid sick and vacation leave

• Florida Retirement Systems: Pension or Investment retirement plans

• Life insurance and short/long term disability

• On-the-job training and mentoring programs to help you achieve your career goals

• Education reimbursement

• Opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference within our community

• New uniforms provided

• Tool & safety equipment allowances

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees, performs, and may coordinate the installation, repair, or replacement of vehicle systems and engine components.

• Maintains records of duties performed and equipment used.

• Performs all mechanical duties on transit vehicles and related equipment.

• Be prepared to perform all work related to a heavy industrial automotive shop.

Education, Experience, Licensing

• Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or GED and two years of mechanical experience, such as maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline-powered equipment and vehicles, heavy industrial automotive vehicles, and performing in-depth mechanical repairs to heavy vehicles or closely related experience.

• Experience in utilizingdiagnostic software programs and equipment for Chevrolet, Ford, Cummins or Allison preferred

• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.

• Possession of a valid Class A or B CDL with no Air Brake restriction and Passenger Endorsement OR a valid Class A or B CDL Permit with no Air Brake restriction and Passenger Endorsement prior to offer.

• Must obtain a Florida CDL Class B License with Passenger Endorsement and no Air Brake restriction within 30 days of hire date. (Training and testing provided by LeeTran staff.)

• Transit fleet mechanics aresafety-sensitive position, which is subject to Drug & Alcohol Workplace testing as provided in DOT regulation 49 CFR-parts 40 and /or 655.

Supplemental Information

• Florida F.A.C 14.90 requires technicians to have one year of documented training on preventative maintenance in order to be able to perform vehicle safety inspections.

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications are preferred.

• Considerable knowledge of the tools, equipment, practices and methods used in the repair of over the road vehicles.

• Ability and willingness to assist in the training and guidance of entry-level technicians.

• Must be able to drive in all weather conditions and at night.

• LeeTran operates seven days a week, including some holidays. Normal hours of operation are 4:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.

• Employee will be assigned an AM or PM shift.

• Hours are subject to change. Shift schedules are selected based on seniority.

• PM shifts offer shift differential with additional compensation.