Fleet Bus Mechanic with Pay Starting at $36.00

Lane Transit District • Eugene, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs skilled mechanical tasks in the diagnosis of malfunctions, preventive maintenance, and repair of various types of transit equipment, either in the maintenance facility or in the field; overhauls major mechanical components; performs thorough mechanical and safety inspections of transit coaches; and related duties that may be assigned. This role is designed to take foundational skills and build them into a Transit Journey-Level Mechanic. The first fourteen months will be spent in Initial Technician Training, followed by continuation training, OJT, advanced rebuilds and repairs, and vendor training on a continuous basis.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of experience in mechanical repair in medium to heavy duty truck and/or bus maintenance.
• Associates degree in Applied Science, i.e. Automotive/Diesel Technology, electronics, Engineering, etc. or graduation from an approved technical, trade or vocational school or any combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities that would qualify the applicant for this position.
• Possession or the ability to obtain a valid Class B CDL with a P (Passenger Endorsement) issued by the State of Oregon within three (3) months of employment is required.
• Incumbents at this level are expected to know software related to their assignments at a level that allows them to train other employees in their use.
• This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

• ASE - Certification, Master Transit bus preferred.
• A valid Oregon State Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the District's insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Performs mechanical repairs and maintenance of diesel, hybrid, and electric drive transit coaches, and standard passenger vehicles including removal, replacement, repair, and overhaul of major and minor components, to include engine and transmissions.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical, electrical and hydraulic equipment, and system malfunctions.
• Inspects, tests, adjusts, repairs, and replaces complete or integral parts of gasoline, diesel, hybrid, electrical engines (including high voltage), exhaust, and air or hydraulic systems.
• Overhauls and tests engines and transmissions to specifications; disassembles, cleans, inspects, replaces worn or defective parts and reassembles them.
• Install, maintain and repair a variety of auxiliary systems, equipment and electronics.
• Fabricates and machines parts and does acetylene and electrical welding and blacksmithing.
• Operate hydraulic lifts, hoists, jacks, cranes, diagnostic computers and software.
• May be assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor to instruct and/or oversee others.
• Documents work done, material used and time spent.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person in a timely manner.
• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Benefits

• Regular union benefits package
• 100% employer paid benefits for you and your dependents
• Total compensation (including benefits) can range from $109,509.68 to $139,213.84 depending on the medical plan you choose and who is enrolled on your plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree