Diesel Mechanic

Bi-State Development • Saint Louis, MO

17d • $33 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

A station mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing and verifying repairs on a fleet of Metro transit buses. Possible candidates must be proficient in the diagnosis of engines, transmissions/drivelines, air brakes and steering/suspension systems as well as a competent understanding of electrical systems. Other responsibilities include performing and documenting inspections, listing any defects found and repairing defects. Candidates must be able to effectively communicate specific details about diagnosis and repairs made to the buses. Metro is an industry leader in operations and on-time performance, and is internationally recognized for its comprehensive maintenance program.

Requirements

• Able to skillfully perform all duties or other work required in the station shop maintenance program, including minor repairs to seat cushions and seat backs, relining brakes, replacement of differentials, and transmissions.
• Capable of doing high-precision work.
• Must be able to read diagrams, interpret drawings and shop manuals pertaining to buses.
• Must be able to perform skillfully and intelligently all operations required to perform all inspection for all types of buses following written instructions.
• Able to diagnose problems in electrical circuits, make adjustments to or replace electrical components, such as voltage regulators, relays, make minor repairs to single purpose electrical wiring not requiring major overhaul of main circuits, and electrical components including soldering wires.
• Able to make adjustments and replacements or minor repairs to hoses, brake components, chassis, air and hydraulic components and changing of mounted tires.
• Able to make repairs to spindle kingpins or bushings and replace steering box and components;
• Able to make adjustments, replacement of parts and components, and repairs to air conditioning units not requiring tear down and rebuilding of components.
• Able to perform body replacements such as radiator, transmission, surge tanks, engine, a/c/evaporator, and passenger doors, but all repairs to such doors shall be made in the main shop.
• Able to perform temporary body patch type repairs not requiring body disassembles and elimination of sharp edges.
• Paint work will be restricted to touch up associated with minor body work above and steering wheels, step wells, wheels, bumpers and reflectors.
• Able to replace side and rear glass or framed glass units but not repair of frames or curved glass
• Engine adjustments will be limited to attached units such as oil pans, diesel injectors, and setting of the valves.
• Welding in the station shops shall be limited to welding necessary to change components and welding required to maintain the safety of vehicles and secure body tears, until permanent repairs can be made.
• Only employees who have been trained will be required to perform such welding.
• All employees in this classification will be required to make road calls or exchanges when employees regularly assigned road calls and/or exchange work are not available.

Nice To Haves

• Technical Degree Preferred Automotive or Diesel Technology

Responsibilities

• diagnosing, repairing and verifying repairs on a fleet of Metro transit buses
• diagnosis of engines, transmissions/drivelines, air brakes and steering/suspension systems as well as a competent understanding of electrical systems
• performing and documenting inspections, listing any defects found and repairing defects
• communicate specific details about diagnosis and repairs made to the buses

Benefits

• Tool allowance
• Stable, hourly pay ($33.20/hr) with consistent paychecks and excellent potential for overtime
• Daily Pay access
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
• Opportunity to grow into management-level roles
• Move into new roles (body shop, mechanical, trains, buildings)
• Access advanced special training
• Paid vacation starting after just 6 months (scaling up to 6 weeks based on tenure)
• 11 paid holidays (including Juneteenth, your birthday, and floating options)
• Monthly sick leave accrual after your first year
• Childcare or eldercare through our Bright Horizons program (15 sessions per year, minimal co-pay, up to 10 hours of care per session)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement programs available ($5,250 annually)
• Up to 100% tuition coverage through partnership with UMSL
• Save 20% on courses at Webster University and Lindenwood University
• Student loan payment 401k match programs available
• Pet insurance
• Supplemental benefits
• Wellness program (includes free health screenings)
• Free access to nine onsite gyms, available 24/7
• Exclusive gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and Genesis Health Clubs - Ballpark Village
• Free MetroLink and MetroBus access
• Discounted cell phone plans

What This Job Offers

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