Mechanic

Metropolitan Tulsa Transit Authority • Tulsa, OK

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About The Position

Inspects, repairs, and services all MTTA vehicular equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required with high school auto mechanics program or graduation from a recognized diesel mechanics school.
• Must possess three years of diesel and gasoline engine repair experience; trouble shoot automotive and bus electrical systems; possess standard mechanical hand tools and be experienced in the use of such tools to perform mechanical work.
• Must be able to read and understand maintenance manuals, prepare work cards, and orders for vehicle repairs.
• Must be licensed in the state of Oklahoma.
• Must have a Class A or Class B CDL with passenger endorsement.
• Must have CNG certification or obtain one within 6 months.
• Forklift license preferred.
• Must have received no moving violations within the last 3 years and have no DUI/DWI convictions.
• Extensive walking, standing, bending, twisting and stooping at least 90% of the time; lifting maximum of 70 - 100 lbs., and lifting parts and materials overhead.
• Requires ability to withstand exposure to negative surroundings such as uncomfortable weather conditions, dust, engine fumes, toxic chemicals, and extreme noise levels.
• Requires ability to perform hand-over-hand and push-pull method of steering vehicles and be able to grip a steering wheel.
• Must be able to crawl or stoop into tight areas and lay horizontal under vehicle.
• Must be able to climb on a ladder or other equipment to heights such as building roofs at MTTA facilities.
• Requires ability to hear directions given, distinguish vehicular problems associated with trouble shooting repairs, and visually perform essential functions for satisfactory job performance.
• 21 Years of age.
• Must be willing to work shift hours and days as assigned.
• Must be safety conscious and avoid accidents if possible.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and replaces diesel, gasoline, and/or CNG engine accessories as may be required.
• Repairs and replaces bus and automotive body accessories (doors, engines, electrical units, glass, windshield wipers, seats, wheelchair lifts, etc.).
• Rebuilds engine parts and other bus parts such as brakes, alternators, differentials, etc.
• Repairs all MTTA vehicles (gas, diesel, and CNG) including repairs to air conditioners, motors, transmissions, generators, starters, etc.
• Makes road calls as needed for various issues (i.e., breakdown, farebox, biohazard, etc.).
• Trouble shoots vehicular problems including electrical systems, engines, etc.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as required.
• Fuel buses and other MTTA vehicles.
• Must report to work on a regular and timely basis.

Benefits

• $5000 SIGN ON BONUS
• Free Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and AD&D
• Pension plan and 457b plan option

What This Job Offers

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