Transit Tech; Part Time

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• Posting Number: G/R27802P
• Working Title: Transit Tech (Part Time Only)
• Department: Auxiliary Transit Maint
• Employment Type: Employee
• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Temporary Service/Maintenance
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• FTE: 0.49
• Posting Date: 11/19/2024
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Additional Schedule Information: This part‑time position offers a 20 hour work week. Hours and schedule may vary and include weekends.
• Advertised Salary: $18.00/hr (updated 08/22/25)
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  01/07/2025
• Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
• College/Unit/Department Website: tps.uga.edu

Troubleshoot and conduct routine repairs to fleet vehicles. Perform limited maintenance repairs on transit buses within safety and manufacturer’s specifications. Candidates should submit to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with USDOT regulations.

• Provide basic to intermediate‑level mechanical repairs on transit buses as assigned by the supervisor (50%).
• Remove and replace broken components on diesel/electric buses as assigned by the supervisor (20%).
• Complete assigned work orders and submit them to the supervisor for approval. Complete all necessary training as required (15%).
• Ensure work progress is approved before starting the next task (5%).
• Assist full‑time technicians with scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Keep the work area safe and clean.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain heavy‑duty diesel vehicles, troubleshoot and repair complex systems such as electrical and electronics systems, climate control systems, diesel engines and transmissions.
• Ability to use computers for diagnosis, parts look‑ups and other tasks.
• Candidate must provide own tools.
• Driving is required.
• Position requires security access.
• Position is a position of trust.
• Position is Non‑Exempt; does not hold direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care.

Heavy lifting, work in confined spaces, stooping, kneeling, standing on ladders and work platforms will be involved.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Candidates may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.

Recruitment Contact Name: Mike Cosby
Recruitment Contact Email: mike
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