Fleet Mechanic, Transit

LED FastStart•Alexandria, LA

9d•$38,988 - $46,772•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in government Transit Department, located in the heart of Central Louisiana. This role involves performing technical and skilled mechanical work, maintenance, and repairs on a variety of city fleet vehicles, including heavy-duty trucks, buses, fire and police vehicles and apparatus, and heavy mobile equipment. The work is performed under the supervision of the Supervisor of Fleet Maintenance.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Vocational or technical training in automotive and/or diesel equipment repair
Valid State of Louisiana CDL-B driver's license with air brakes and passenger endorsement within five (5) months of hire.

Responsibilities

Performs mechanical repairs on gas and diesel automotive and mechanical equipment, such as lawnmowers, boats, trailers, forklifts, engines, transmissions, differentials, electrical systems, front ends, brakes, and AC systems.
Repair hydraulic cylinders, valves, and hoses.
Uses computer and diagnostic equipment to determine mechanical problems, and research to complete repairs.
Submit work orders and order parts.
Uses a variety of mechanics' tools in completing repairs and maintenance tasks.
Performs minor welding and fabricating of parts as needed.
Road tests vehicles to ensure repairs are complete.
Completes preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
Follows established safety precautions; disposes of oils, solvents, and other products per EPA regulations.
Receives service calls and drives wrecker to tow disabled vehicles; operates according to OSHA and State DOT laws and regulations; and provides road repairs as necessary.
Conducts motor vehicle inspections.
Prepares required maintenance and repair records.
May operate a forklift.
Under general supervision performs mechanical repairs and skilled maintenance activities to restore fleet vehicles and equipment to service and safe operation.