Mechanic

City of Grand Forks•Public Transportation 867 S 48th St, ND

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Keep our fleet rolling. As a Public Transit Mechanic with the City Area Transit, you'll be the expert who keeps our buses and vehicles in peak condition by ensuring safe, reliable service for our daily riders. You'll work alongside a skilled maintenance team in a well-equipped facility with ongoing training and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of light to heavy duty motorized vehicles, equipment, and diesel mechanics.
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six-month probationary period, an appropriate, valid commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Automotive Service Excellence certificate.
Methods, tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles
Operational characteristics of a maintenance program
Methods and techniques of repair and preventive maintenance
Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions
Basic principles of welding
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities
Maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communication with others
Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties
Perform preventive maintenance and repair a variety of mechanical problems in vehicles and equipment
Use and operate hand and power tools and mechanical equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Maintain complete and accurate records of work performed
Work independently in the absence of supervision
Perform heavy manual labor.

Nice To Haves

Background in minor welding fabrication preferred.
Own and maintain a complete set of tools necessary to perform duties.

Responsibilities

Service and maintain and inspect City vehicles and equipment; complete routine servicing and tune-ups.
Inspect equipment for potential mechanical problems and perform repairs; maintain records of all work completed.
Diagnose mechanical problems; disassemble, inspect and make cost evaluation of repair options; confer with supervisor and offer recommendations.
Maintain inventory of parts and supplies, provide budget recommendations as necessary; monitor parts inventory and confer with supervisor as to what parts to order; obtain cost-estimates; place orders and pick up parts.
Perform emergency repairs and services by responding to calls for assistance in the field for vehicle and equipment repair.
Assist with maintenance and repair of assigned work area; install new equipment and clean work area.
Build special equipment as needed; receive and evaluate information and ideas from staff; design project and build. Perform welding as needed.
Maintain detailed and comprehensive records of all work performed.
Assist in testing personnel as appropriate; evaluate test results.
Assist higher level staff in writing specifications for vehicles and equipment and in obtaining prices on parts, equipment and services.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.