Mechanic - Central Support

DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit)

6d • $33 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs assigned work relative to maintenance, repair, and inspection of motor vehicles for the Dallas Area Rapid Transit's (DART) Fleet Services Division.

Requirements

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university or certification from an accredited technical program in Automotive/Diesel Mechanics Technology, or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Must pass a technical test.
• Must obtain and maintain certification(s) in compliance with all state and federal regulations applicable to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.
• Must be able to communicate in a clear and concise manner and read and comprehend a variety of technical manuals and safety regulations.
• Must have a valid Texas Commercial Drivers License (CDL) class B with Passenger Endorsement, no DWI/DUI conviction within the last sixty (60) consecutive months, not more than one (1) DWI/DUI on driving record, and not more than two (2) convictions of moving violations within the last thirty-six (36) consecutive months on driving record in order to operate DART non-revenue vehicles. Must obtain CDL within ninety (90) days upon hire.
• Applicants/employees must pass and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical (medical) examination including pre-employment drug test and must submit to Federal Transportation Administration-required random drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment.
• Operates DART non-revenue vehicles as required.
• Operates DART multi-axle vehicles, trucks, and service equipment as required.
• Ability to work variable shifts, irregular hours, nights, holidays, weekends, and short notice availability. May be required to travel to multiple work locations.
• Ability to find solutions to mechanical and technical problems.
• Ability to quickly comprehend and process technically complex concepts; can learn new skills and knowledge through E-Learning or class room instruction; is good at learning new industry, company or technical knowledge.
• Ability to use logic to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; can see hidden problems; looks beyond the obvious and does not stop at the first answers.
• Must be able to orally communicate in an effective manner with the public, co-workers, supervisors and managers to ensure efficient operations; to promote safety; and to respond to emergencies. Must also be able to read and comprehend a variety of work related/required technical manuals, safety rules and regulations.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and be able to interact effectively with a diverse customer population while under pressure.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to seventy (70) pounds such as tools, equipment, and parts; must be able to work in crowded and tight spaces on the vehicle, tunnel, and aerial structures.

Responsibilities

• Performs variety of major repairs to engines, transmissions, and accessories, as well as air conditioning, heating, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Overhauls major components such as engine, transmission, and differentials.
• Rebuilds other components such as engine accessories and vehicle support systems.
• Performs make-ready of new vehicles and preventive maintenance of revenue vehicles as required.
• Changes tires, fuels, and/or cleans/services vehicles as required.
• Makes service calls as required; operate vehicles if necessary.
• Promotes established safety, training, and quality assurance programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees