Automotive & Equipment Mechanic (SEIU) (External)

BART•Oakland Shops/Annex, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automotive and Equipment Maintenance Department at the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is seeking a skilled Automotive and Equipment Mechanic to support the District's growing fleet of non-revenue vehicles and equipment, including passenger vehicles, light, medium and heavy-duty trucks, fixed and high-rail equipment, and small motorized equipment. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the equipment that supports BART's daily transit operations across the Bay Area. The successful candidate will join a team responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a diverse range of gasoline and diesel-powered equipment, applying knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and diesel systems. This position requires a hands-on professional who can perform full-scope journey level repairs, from routine preventive maintenance to complex diagnostics using computerized systems, while maintaining accurate documentation and supporting continuous improvement in fleet reliability. Current operational priorities for this position include: Reducing equipment downtime through proactive troubleshooting and preventive maintenance practices Maintaining compliance with Cal-OSHA and District safety standards, including proper use of respiratory protective equipment Supporting the department's transition to increasingly computerized diagnostic tools and recordkeeping systems Providing timely, high-quality repairs to minimize disruption to field operations and on-site equipment needs Collaborating with supervisors and equipment users to identify and resolve recurring operational issues. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of specialized equipment within a large public transit agency, while contributing directly to the safety and reliability of the systems that keep BART running for the communities it serves.

Requirements

Possession of a high school diploma, GED or recognized equivalent.
Completion of an apprenticeship program in automotive or related equipment.
The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time verifiable journey level experience in automotive or equipment maintenance.
Must possess and maintain a valid California Class A driver's license with hazardous materials and tank vehicle endorsements and have a satisfactory driving record.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds, maneuver heavier objects with assistance and climb, stoop and crawl to reach work, twist and bend.
May require color vision to distinguish parts and wiring.
Must be able to understand, read and communicate in English.
Must be able to wear respiratory protective equipment during the performance of assigned duties in accordance with the District Respirator Program and applicable Cal-OSHA requirements.
Must be able to work under various conditions including under a lift, over a hood, in a pit, and from a step ladder.
Knowledge of: Methods, equipment, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment
Knowledge of: Operating principles of engine, drivetrain, fuel, electrical, braking, suspension, steering, cooling, and exhaust systems
Knowledge of: Maintenance and repair of hydraulic and pneumatics
Knowledge of: Troubleshooting techniques
Knowledge of: Use, adjustment, and care of test equipment and hand and power tools common to the trade shop
Knowledge of: Arithmetic required in vehicle maintenance
Knowledge of: Safe working practices
Knowledge of: Basic computer use
Skill/Ability in: Troubleshooting and determining causes of automotive and equipment operating problems
Skill/Ability in: Servicing and lubricating a wide variety of vehicles and equipment; tuning up diesel, gasoline, and propane engines of various sizes
Skill/Ability in: Servicing, adjusting and repairing transmissions, differentials, and power take-off apparatus
Skill/Ability in: Servicing, adjusting and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic apparatus
Skill/Ability in: Operating hand and power tools safely; understanding and following written and oral instructions
Skill/Ability in: Reading and interpreting service complaints, repair manuals, diagrams and parts documents
Skill/Ability in: Keeping simple written records
Skill/Ability in: Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work

Nice To Haves

Previous diesel, hydraulic and locomotive experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Road tests, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, maintains, outfits and modifies gasoline and diesel passenger vehicles, light, medium and heavy-duty equipment and vehicles, including fixed and high-rail and small motor operated equipment.
Inspects and troubleshoots equipment, including the use of computerized diagnostics; discusses equipment operating problems with supervisors and users.
Performs routine preventive maintenance, including lubrication, oil changes, filter changes and minor adjustments.
Tunes, repairs and rebuilds gasoline and diesel with multiple cylinders, and prepares engines for job shop work.
Adjusts, repairs, replaces and/or rebuilds carburetors, fuel injection systems and other fuel system components, including computer controls.
Troubleshoots, adjusts, replaces components, and rewires ignitions, signals, lights, electrical controls, and related.
Repairs and rebuilds hydraulic, and pneumatic powered accessories; repairs, services and adjusts transmissions, power take off apparatus, differentials, clutches, and related drive-train components.
Adjusts, disassembles, and repairs or replaces conventional, hydraulic, vacuum assisted and pneumatic drum and disk braking systems, components, valves, lines and master cylinders.
Repairs and replaces suspension and steering components; repairs flats and mounts and balances tires including split-rim wheels.
Troubleshoots, adjusts, repairs, and replaces components in cooling and exhaust systems, including smog controls.
Performs limited welding, cutting, and machining of parts; obtains parts for stock and requests ordering of special parts; provides fuel and supplies and performs on-site maintenance and repair to stationary or disabled equipment; completes records of work performed and parts and supplies used.
Inputs daily work onto a computerized data base.
Stays abreast of new automotive and equipment repair technology by attending seminars and/or update classes as needed.