Mechanic B - MVTA

Keolis America • Burnsville, MN

2d

About The Position

The Mechanic B performs preventive and corrective maintenance on all types of coaches, including electrical buses. Work includes inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, testing, and servicing vehicle systems and equipment. The role uses diagnostic equipment, repair and parts manuals, schematics, and a range of hand, power, pneumatic, and precision tools. Mechanics complete work orders and maintain detailed, timely repair and installation documentation.

The position also supports team performance by assisting and guiding other mechanics, providing on-the-job instruction, evaluating work, and working with multiple parties to resolve issues. It requires strict adherence to Keolis and client policies, safety practices, PPE requirements, and workplace cleanliness standards. The role may involve road calls, road testing coaches, and working in a 24/7 environment.

Maintenance employees may work in a ventilated maintenance shop and use personal computers, laptops, handheld electronic devices, diagnostic software, testing devices, schematics, and heavy machinery. The work may involve exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat or cold, loud noises, fumes, and airborne particles. Employment for this safety-sensitive position is contingent on passing a DOT-regulated pre-employment drug screen and physical examination, as well as a background check. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Requirements

• Three years of progressive heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Minnesota CDL with Passenger endorsement.
• Experience with diagnostic computer equipment and software.
• Understanding of the design, maintenance, and adjustment of ADA equipment, air conditioning, brakes, chassis, cooling systems, engines, interior and exterior lighting, gauges and controls, safety equipment, fire suppression systems and sensitive edges, tires, and transmissions.
• Hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Ability to repair sub-components of all types of buses.
• Ability to understand and follow schematics.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft applications.
• Safety-first attitude and willingness to lead by example in wearing proper PPE and following best practices.
• Customer-focused, professional, and discreet; able to maintain confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with integrity.
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, diligent, and able to work independently with limited supervision while completing assignments accurately and on time.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to troubleshoot technical issues and communicate and document solutions to non-technical parties.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility to work in a 24/7 environment.
• Ability to perform physical activities including working on top of coaches, lifting up to 75 pounds, and standing and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to meet the physical and environmental demands that may include walking, standing, sitting, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, twisting, squatting, material handling, repetitive hand-wrist motions, traversing uneven surfaces, and exposure to heat, cold, noise, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; the employer does not sponsor visas.
• For this safety-sensitive position, employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen and physical examination, and completing a background check.

Nice To Haves

• ASE Transit Certificate, preferably H4, H5, or H8.
• Two years of technical degree education or equivalent experience.
• Additional training from mechanical or technical schools, courses, or seminars.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections on all types of coaches according to specific checklists.
• Inspect and verify coach problems using diagnostic equipment.
• Clean, repair, and replace coach equipment as required.
• Test coaches for proper working order, including conducting road driving tests.
• Use computer diagnostic equipment and software, including Cummins Insite, Allison prognostics, VANSCO, and DINEX coach control systems, as well as electrical schematics and ladder logic diagrams, to diagnose and troubleshoot coach electrical functions.
• Review repair and parts manuals to support minor and major repairs.
• Perform in-house and road-call coach repairs using hand, power, pneumatic, and precision tools.
• Repair, maintain, troubleshoot, and service electrical buses.
• Complete work orders specifying parts and labor, and maintain detailed, timely paperwork and documentation for repairs and installations.
• Assist other mechanics with repair work and provide guidance as needed.
• Provide on-the-job instruction to Mechanics B and C on diagnosis and operational theory.
• Inspect, review, and evaluate work performance.
• Work with multiple parties to resolve issues.
• Follow Keolis and client policies and procedures, use proper PPE when working with electricity, and promote safe work practices.
• Maintain preventive-maintenance quality and workplace cleanliness; clean work areas, dispose of waste in appropriate containment, and ensure a safe work environment.
• Keep current with new technologies and share knowledge to help others understand vehicles within the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management and supervisors.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career
• The safest work environment possible

What This Job Offers

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