Maintenance Technician B Mechanic

TRANSIT AUTHORITY OF LEXINGTON-FAYE•Lexington, KY

7d•$29

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Maintenance Technician: B-Mechanic is to serve as a vital and valuable asset to a Maintenance Team where your mechanical aptitude abilities will directly impact the quality of ensuring all public transportation vehicles are maintained safely and efficiently.

Requirements

Communicates effectively (orally and written).
Possesses strong analytical, organizational, and detail oriented skills.
Demonstrates ability to work on a team.
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality of company and customer records.
Exhibits credibility, flexibility, and adaptability.
Demonstrates capability to strategically plan ahead to meet deadlines and future company needs.
High School diploma/ equivalent or combination of education and experience To perform required duties and responsibilities for this position
(2) years of heavy diesel maintenance/ Mechanic “B” experience is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a required Commercial Driver’s License (training is provided)
Must pass USDOT physical and drug screen
Frequently exposed to overhead reaching, pushing/ pulling and gripping tools
May be required to stoop, bend, kneel or climb
Occasionally lifts objects weighing 5-50 lbs. but not limited to 115 lbs.
Frequently uses hands/fingers to manipulate parts and equipment by utilizing operating tools such as wrenches, screw drivers, pliers, and other tools to successfully perform essential job related tasks on a daily basis
Frequently exposed to outside elements of extreme heat and cold
Must inspect buses by test driving them on a regular basis
Occasionally operates a sit down forklift
Frequently exposed to fumes, odors, hazardous materials, dirt and dust

Responsibilities

Operates welders, bus lifts, and various types of shop equipment
Must be familiar with both S cam air brakes
Assist A- Mechanic by providing the maintenance and service of heavy duty air conditioning systems
Electrical repairs/troubleshooting utilizing bus schematics, wiring diagrams, and a variety of testing equipment
Maintain and repair suspension , steering, and drive line components
Preventative maintenance and inspections for all equipment such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation, wheel balancing, replacing filters and other vital repairs for the vehicles
Supports Maintenance Supervisors in responding to e.g. (‘10-31’ or Road Calls) to ensure fleet is ready for service
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Maintenance and Maintenance supervisors
Maintain effective communication with all staff to ensure continuity of care
Assists with identifying areas for improvement and making constructive changes
Understands all aspects of the company and keeps abreast of all changing policies and procedures
Performs all other duties as assigned by the Director of Maintenance and Maintenance Supervisors