Class A Maintenance Repair Technician

Birnie Bus Service, Inc•Winnemucca, NV

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Class A Maintenance Repair Technician Looking for a new and exciting career? Student Transportation of America, doing business as Diversified Transportation, is actively hiring Technicians to join our growing team! In this role, you will maintain a large fleet of motorcoaches, supporting the transportation of workers to and from job sites for a large-scale mining operation. Job Summary: The Class A Maintenance Repair Technician diagnoses and repairs buses specifically concentrating on major complicated/complex problems and inspections. Class A Technician must be proficient and able to perform all aspects of the B and C mechanic positions. STA encourages all Class A Technicians to seek and maintain Master ASE certification. All work performed must be of the highest quality ensuring vehicles are reliable and safe. Work in such a manner that promotes a safe and productive work environment.

Requirements

Must have a complete understanding of the design, vehicle electronics, overhaul knowledge for transmissions and heavy-duty engines, as well as other bus components
Must be able to work with diagnostic equipment
Must be able to work amid constant interruptions and be able to prioritize and deal with time pressures
Must have good communication skills to be able to give directions, moderate contact with others inside the organization; works mainly with Maintenance staff and with Bus Operators. Work occasionally with Training, Safety, Dispatch and Purchasing. Moderate contact with others outside the organization; works with OEMs and vendors occasionally.
Must have an in-depth understanding of regulations effecting mechanics and maintenance operations
Must be autonomous and be self directed.
Must have basic math abilities in order to analyze and track maintenance information
Must have knowledge of the warranty process
Must have the ability to prioritize and be detail oriented
Must be able to perform physical activities including working on top of buses and lifting up to seventy-five (75) pounds
Basic 2-way radio skills required
Basic tools required
Must have clean driving record and be able to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License, Class B
Attend work on a regular and dependable basis
Ability to successfully pass state and/or federal required Background Checks
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job
Approximately 35% of the work is performed outdoors
Ability to safely lift heavy equipment (minimum of 75 lbs can be up to 100+ pounds) frequently throughout the work day
Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms, repetitive hand-wrist motion, and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, standing, bending, and handling materials
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to heat/cold conditions
Ability to comply with all policies and procedures established by company
This is a safety sensitive job and all duties are regulated by the DOT

Nice To Haves

ASE Master Certification preferred
Two (2) years technical degree or equivalent experience preferred
Additional training from mechanical/technical schools, courses or seminars is desirable

Responsibilities

Diagnoses and repairs various bus systems as assigned
Diagnoses and repairs buses specifically concentrating on major complicated/complex problems including engine, transmission, electrical and mechanical defects
Performs upgrades and/or modifications on bus systems and equipment
Cleans, repairs, and replaces bus equipment as required
Research bus systems and special manufacturing characteristics for all buses
Performs both in-house and road call bus repairs using various hand, power, pneumatic, machine (precision) and machinery tools
Tests buses for proper working order
Completely document all work performed in RTA Software
Utilize CMMS when diagnosing trends in parts usage and labor cost relating to vehicle performance to ensure repairs are completed properly.
Repairing vehicles require physical dexterity and exertion and heavy lifting
Support and assist Technicians B and C
Answers questions and assist by offering professional information.
When B or C class technicians are assigned to work with A class technicians the A class technicians are to provide support pertaining to diagnosing and operational theory for specific job and/or task when appropriate
Performs upgrades and/or modifications on bus systems and equipment
Work with OEMs on upgrades and campaigns on vehicles
Installs, equips and or modifies buses as requested
Tracks and reports information concerning performance as required
Adjusts upgrade and/or modification on bus system as required
Performs preventative maintenance on buses as needed
Perform inspections on all types of buses and repairs systems/parts when needed
Uses preventive maintenance check list to verify performance
Repairs and inspections involve the engine, battery, lights, gauges and controls, sensitive edges, safety equipment, all interior components, transmissions, tires, breaks, undercarriage, power steering, fluids and filters and all other electrical and mechanical bus components
Must be thoroughly familiar with all safety provisions associated with vehicle maintenance
Full understanding of OSHA standards and provisions
Understands and conforms to State EPA regulations regarding disposal of toxic waste substances.
Performs other duties as required