Mechanic (Apprentice - Master)

Metropolitan Tulsa Transit Authority•Tulsa, OK

20d•Onsite

About The Position

This position inspects, repairs, and services all MTTA vehicular equipment. The role involves repairing and replacing various engine and bus accessories, rebuilding engine parts, troubleshooting vehicular problems, and making road calls as needed. The mechanic will also be responsible for fueling vehicles and reporting to work on a regular and timely basis. The job requires a high level of physical activity and the ability to work in various environmental conditions.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required with high school auto mechanics program or graduation from a recognized diesel mechanics school.
Three years of diesel and gasoline engine repair experience.
Experience troubleshooting 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.
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.
Ability to withstand exposure to negative surroundings such as uncomfortable weather conditions, dust, engine fumes, toxic chemicals, and extreme noise levels.
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.
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.