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Starting wage at $30.64 per hour. Night premium of $1.25 per hour after 6:00pm. Annual $1,100.00 tool allowance.

GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, performs complete mechanical repairs, maintenance, installation of equipment and servicing district buses and automobiles maintained by the district. Work is performed at full journey level and is characterized by responsibility for independently performing more complex repairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – Essential functions may include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot engine in the fleet with updated equipment and data information systems available.

• Proficiently remove and install engines, transmissions, rear axel units and all auxiliary units, including windows.

• Diagnose and repair braking, steering mechanism, axel units, wheelchair lifts, hydraulic, heating, electrical, chassis, and suspension components.

• Comprehend procedures, read electrical schematics, repair faults, cell and battery diagnostics and replacements.

• Perform field or shop inspections of buses or district vehicles to determine repair needs/or estimate costs of repairs.

• Conducts repairs of disabled buses or vehicles in the field, if and when possible.

• Performs other related duties as needed or required.

QUALIFICATIONS: The following are the minimum qualifications, which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this position.

Education and Experience

• Combination of education, training and experience equivalent to the completion of High School; High School Diploma or GED.

• Course work in auto, truck and/or fleet mechanics.

• Three (3) recent years of experience as a mechanic in automotive and fleet repair.

• Possession of or ability to obtain a class B driver license with a good driving record.

• Possession of or ability to obtain TSI driver training certificate.

• Public Agency experience is preferred.

Skills, Abilities and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of method, practices, materials and tools used in repair and maintenance of automotive and fleet equipment

• Knowledge of various types of diesel powered and gasoline powered automotive drive trains.

• Principals and techniques servicing air brakes, vehicular hydraulic and electrical systems.

• Operate and test repair equipment

• Knowledge of basic mechanical principals and practices of automotive repairs and preventative maintenance.

• Follow safe work practices

• Operate desk top to obtain information on available parts and other work related information

• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner with fellow co-workers and the general public

• Abide by all rules and regulations outlined in employee handbook.

WORKING CONDITIONS – In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Environment - Works with exposure to outdoor conditions in maintenance yard/garage environment. May be required to drive buses or district vehicles/equipment to various locations, such as, public city streets, maintenance, and facilities areas within conducting district business.

Physical – Hearing and Speaking sufficient to articulate information in person, meetings, and telephone. Vision within normal range with or without correction; sitting, walking, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, lying down, twisting, balancing, reaching, steering, neck, mobility. Ability to push, lift, carry, and pull up to 50 lbs. Manipulates hands, fingers, and wrists to handle, feel, grasp, or operate tools, parts, controls, and equipment; standing for extended periods of time, walking on uneven surfaces; uses hands to handle, feel and operate standard office equipment including work assigned computer, mental capability to use or apply analytical reasoning and concepts, read and interpret documents.

Hazards – Exposure to traffic, fumes, dust, dirt, heights, noise, fumes, from oil, gas, diesel fuel, diesel, cleaning solvents.

For further consideration, please submit an online application at our website www.sbmtd.gov or contact Lynrose Paras-Dimalanta at 805-883-4210