Diesel Mechanic
Bi-State Development Agency of the Missouri-Illinois Metropolitan District•St. Louis, MO
•$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.
- Tools will be provided by the agency to do this minor work. 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
- Automotive or Diesel Technology
- Technical Degree Preferred
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
- Join a company committed to making a positive impact in the community
- Receive a competitive salary
- Enjoy comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement eligible medical, prescription, health reimbursement account (HRA) subsidy, wellness and life insurance benefits
- Take advantage of 10 paid holidays annually - plus a floating holiday to celebrate your birthday
- Access supplemental benefits through Unum, including off-the-job accident, critical illness, short-term disability, whole life, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Participate in our wellness program, which includes free health screenings
- Use our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources
- Bi-State Development is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, tuition reimbursement and student loan payment 401k match programs
- Get exclusive gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village
- Work out anytime at one of our nine onsite gyms, available 24/7
- Enjoy free MetroLink and MetroBus access
- Save with discounted cell phone plans
- Receive a tool and uniform allowance
- Let us support your well-being and professional growth while making a difference!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
