Vehicle Mechanic

Kitsap Transit•Gorst, WA

About The Position

Kitsap Transit has been operating since 1983 and with that, the agency has grown substantially. Perform journey-level diagnostic repair and maintenance work on diesel transit buses and gasoline vans and trucks. Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical defects in diesel and gasoline powered buses and vehicles, including engines, transmissions, electrical, hydraulic, and heating/air conditioning systems. Diagnose and dismantle, if necessary, to determine need for overhauls on engines and transmissions, generators or alternators. Overhaul wheel and master cylinders and align wheels. Repair pumps, lights, steering gears and other parts. Complete records of work performed, parts used and time worked. Road test vehicles to assist in making diagnosis and to check completed work. Provide emergency road service to disabled vehicles

Requirements

four years diesel mechanic experience at journey-level, or completion of recognized mechanic apprenticeship program and two years of journey-level experience.
Technique and methods of overhauling and repairing diesel and gasoline powered equipment.
Materials, tools and equipment used in repair of diesel and gasoline powered equipment.
Safe working practices.
Tune-up gasoline and diesel engines.
Diagnose malfunctions and determine appropriate repairs.
Operate mechanical and electronic testing equipment and use mechanical hand tools.
Interpret wiring diagrams.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Work cooperatively with others.
Must possess and maintain a Class B Washington State commercial driver's license with a passenger endorsement and air brake restriction removed, and maintain a good driving record throughout employment.
The incumbent must obtain a Puget Sound Naval Shipyard security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Transit or school bus maintenance experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Perform journey-level diagnostic repair and maintenance work on diesel transit buses and gasoline vans and trucks.
Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical defects in diesel and gasoline powered buses and vehicles, including engines, transmissions, electrical, hydraulic, and heating/air conditioning systems.
Diagnose and dismantle, if necessary, to determine need for overhauls on engines and transmissions, generators or alternators.
Overhaul wheel and master cylinders and align wheels.
Repair pumps, lights, steering gears and other parts.
Complete records of work performed, parts used and time worked.
Road test vehicles to assist in making diagnosis and to check completed work.
Provide emergency road service to disabled vehicles

Benefits

Generous benefits package including: Machinist Contract: Medical, Dental and Vision for employee and dependents, short-term disability and life insurance.
Kitsap Transit also participates in the WA State Public Employees' Retirement Plan (PERS) and a general leave accrual rate of: 6.7693 hours per pay period and 11 holidays.
ASE Certification Pay - Additional $0.25 per hour, for each individual certificate - Up to a maximum of two dollars ($2.00) per hour.

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