Vehicle Mechanic

Mechanic Needed

Mechanic needed! $27.54 to $36.94/hour DOE and Qualifications. Great opportunity to build a lasting career with a long-standing local employer. Come join COIC's Cascades East Transit's vehicle maintenance team and work for an organization with great benefits and steady, reliable work.

Hours/Days – Typically, 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday through Friday.

Position based out of the Bend Bear Creek Maintenance yard located at the base of Pilot Butte

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position and is subject to change. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employment remains AT-WILL at all times.

• Perform preventive maintenance according to manufactures specifications and COIC schedules for all vehicles and mechanical equipment;
• Repairs brakes, diesel and gasoline engines, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, transmission, heating and air condition systems, ignition, air, exhaust, axle assemblies and related systems;
• Inspect and repair wheel chair lifts;
• Check fluid levels and add or change fluids as necessary; lubricate the vehicle/equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications, changes tires and tubes;
• Operate a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric, and air-driven tools;
• Tests, services and repairs vehicles and mechanical equipment;
• Welds, machines and fabricates parts;
• Provides emergency field assistance to disabled equipment as needed and appropriate;
• Maintain records of vehicle repairs including parts and labor. Maintains equipment, tools, machinery records, and other records as required;
• Purchases parts, and supplies used for vehicle and mechanical system maintenance. Maintain shop area to insure safety and cleanliness. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and

Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of automotive mechanics, gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, wheelchair lifts, automotive HVAC systems; price trends and grades or quality of materials and equipment;
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities;
• Working knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and tools used in modern equipment maintenance;
• Skill in operation of required tools and equipment;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective preventive maintenance programs, policies and procedures;
• Ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion;
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, vendors and the public;
• Must pass a criminal background and driving background check;
• Must have or attain a valid Oregon Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and air brake restriction lifted within 6 months of hire date as an essential function of the position;
• Valid driver's license and access to a private vehicle or equivalent means of transportation;
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen;
• Must provide own basic hand tools used in the repair of vehicles and equipment;
• Work independently and effectively without close supervision;
• Effective verbal and written communication skill;
• To establish and maintain cooperative working relationships;
• Have strong organizational and time management skills and ability to work effectively under pressure;
• To work with and keep confidential sensitive personnel information.

Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses

Required:

AA Degree in Automotive Technology plus some specialized training in maintenance management, or a closely related field; three (3) years of related experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience necessary to perform the required job duties.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers, handle, feel or…