Diesel Mechanic/Maintenance

Human Resources – JTB Americas Group of Companies (JTB Americas, JTB Hawaii, JTB Hawaii Travel, JTB USA, MC&A, Tachibana Enterprises, Travel Plaza Transportation) • Honolulu, HI

2d • $28 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Travel Plaza Transportation, LLC (TPT) has evolved into one of Hawaii's largest bus operators, with an extensive fleet of commercial vehicles, and a broad suite of transportation service offerings on Oahu. In 2019, we introduced a new fleet of vehicles, including electric buses. TPT is the first private transportation company to acquire electric buses in support of our island community and the rest of the global community to achieve environmental sustainability.

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 methods, materials, tools and techniques used in vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance.
• Able to diagnose mechanical problems and performing repairs.
• Possess working safety practices and procedures experience, 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

• Seldom – sitting or running.
• Seldom – requires talking and written communication to customers.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform inspections, diagnostics and repair of motorcoaches, diesel and gasoline engines, and service vehicles and equipment of a diversified fleet.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and inspection on vehicles/equipment, according to the maintenance schedule timeframe for all vehicles and equipment.
• Evaluate, analyze and test automotive systems to determine nature and extent of defect.
• Estimate and/or document time and labor hours necessary to complete repair or replacement of defective parts.
• Replace, repair, and overhaul electrical equipment, compressed air equipment, cooling equipment, hydraulic equipment, heavy-duty transmissions, gas and diesel engines, drive and steering axles, suspension systems.
• Inspect and identify problems; repairs malfunctioning vehicles/equipment.
• Identify needed repair parts, and fabricates parts as necessary.
• Perform emergency field repair, in all types of weather, and including pickup and delivery to the job site.
• Perform general maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
• 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.
• Responsible for performing more difficult repairs, assist staff in performing duties or when on emergency road calls.
• In absence of the Manager or supervisor will oversee the other employees and ensure that work is proceeding on schedule and deadlines are met.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Orient and train new mechanic employees.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $28.00 - $40.00/ hour

What This Job Offers

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