Diesel Mechanic/Maintenance

Travel Plaza Transportation • Honolulu, HI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position involves performing inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on a diverse fleet of motorcoaches, diesel and gasoline engines, and service vehicles and equipment. The role requires independent work, including preventative maintenance, evaluating and testing automotive systems, estimating repair times, and performing various repairs and overhauls on different vehicle components. Additionally, the position includes performing emergency field repairs in various weather conditions, maintaining accurate work records, and ensuring the shop area and equipment are kept in good condition. Secondary responsibilities include assisting with more difficult repairs, overseeing other employees in the absence of a supervisor, and training new mechanic employees.

Requirements

• High school graduate and from an accredited college or trade school or, high school and/or at least five (5) years mechanical experience/training in electronic, diesel, air brakes, and cooling systems.
• Possess at least two (2) years’ work experience as a Fleet Mechanic – 2nd Class.
• Possess a valid State of Hawaii CDL B license, plus passenger endorsement.
• ASE certifications H4, H8, H5, H7, H6 or MCI equivalent Training program.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and effectively work with employees, other agencies and the public.
• Possess knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance.
• Able to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs.
• Possess experience with working safety practices and procedures.
• Able to diagnose problems and make repairs in the field on a 24-hour basis.
• Required physical flexibility in order to frequently access limited space areas.
• May occasionally need to perform work in confined spaces or under limited lighting conditions.
• Extensive use of hands, fingers, legs, and arms in grasping objects, driving equipment and using hand and power tools involved in maintenance and repair functions.
• Possess capacity to explain equipment repair techniques by explanation, demonstration and supervised practice.
• Requires attention to detail, and ability to analyze situations.
• Must diagnose problems and decide on best method to repair.
• Constant – pushing, pulling/lifting/carrying less than 25 pounds to more than 50 pounds, standing, walking, stair climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, stooping, kneeling, climbing, forward and overhead reaching, twisting, side bending, grasping, handing, finger dexterity, vision, hearing, eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Constant – requires talking and written communication to co-workers and outside trade persons/vendors, talking on the telephone, supervising others, responding to written or verbal requests of co-workers and vendors, training/giving verbal instructions, receiving verbal and written instructions, writing/composing written language, reading, visiting/working at different worksites.

Nice To Haves

• Perform other related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and inspection on vehicles/equipment according to the maintenance schedule.
• Evaluate, analyze, and test automotive systems to determine the nature and extent of defects.
• Estimate and/or document time and labor hours necessary to complete repairs or replacements.
• Replace, repair, and overhaul electrical equipment, compressed air equipment, cooling equipment, hydraulic equipment, heavy-duty transmissions, gas and diesel engines, drive and steering axles, and suspension systems.
• Inspect and identify problems; repair malfunctioning vehicles/equipment.
• Identify needed repair parts and fabricate parts as necessary.
• Perform emergency field repair in all types of weather, including pickup and delivery to the job site.
• Maintain accurate records of time and materials along with the amount of service provided on each job.
• Maintain work area; maintain tools and equipment in safe, clean, and usable condition.
• Perform more difficult repairs and assist staff.
• Oversee other employees and ensure work proceeds on schedule and deadlines are met in the absence of the Manager or supervisor.
• Orient and train new mechanic employees.

Benefits

• Shift work
• Overtime may be necessary with prior management approval
• Intermittent exposure to varying elements and weather conditions
• Up to and including, noise, vibration and oils; mechanical, electrical hazards; atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system or skin
• May be required to wear respirator for some duties
• May be exposed to solvents, cleaners, fumes, dust, dirt, grease, oils, fuel, and other chemicals used in an automotive/heavy equipment maintenance facility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED