VITRAN Mass Transit Bus Mechanic I

Government of the Virgin Islands

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The employee in this position performs advanced assignments in the diagnostic and repair of transit buses. An incumbent would have completed the journey-man's level experience. He/she works under the general supervision of the Maintenance Shop Supervisor to complete assignments assigned through the Territorial Chief of Maintenance. The employee documents all repairs in accordance to shop rules and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma with five-hundred (500) hours of technical training and hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
Five (5) years of experience in the field of Public Transportation Maintenance.
Knowledge of the operation of a maintenance shop and the use of tools and equipment.
Ability to perform simple mathematical computations and measurements; ability to read and write.
Ability to perform specialized and journey-man's level mechanical duties; physical agility to lift objects in excess of seventy (70) pounds.
Analytical skills in order to diagnose problems and make decisions about the most suitable repairs; ability to pay attention to detail.
Ability to talk and hear within normal range; read and analyze information in shop manual and books; physical dexterity to manipulate objects and mechanical tools during the course of work.

Responsibilities

Conducts extensive diagnostic procedures to validate sources of complications in order to provide accurate repair recommendation.
Ensures all repair orders (vehicle condition reports, and other administrative work) are documented and submitted for confirmation.
Proceeds with and prioritizes all needed repairs which will include those identified by a driver or is assigned by the Shop Supervisor.
Removes, repairs, and replaces all major damaged parts on all Vitran's fixed routes, ADA's, and operations vehicles (transmission, engine, clutch, brakes, etc.).
Ensures all vehicles are free of complications prior to dispatch.
Instructs and monitors all subordinate technicians' repairs and conducts on the job training as requested by the Shop Supervisor.
Maintains familiarity with geographical area and equipment so as to eliminate extended breakdowns and assist in operational needs.
Maintains a professional work shop attire.
Performs Maintenance Shop Supervisor's duties in his or her absence.
Performs other related work as assigned or required.