Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic

Department: Vehicle Maintenance

Job Category: ATU

Employee Type: Full-Time – Regular

Rate of Pay: $30.22 / hourly

Location: 1617 Wilcox Blvd. Chattanooga, TN 37406

Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday 4:00pm – 12:00am

Revision Date: August 11, 2026

Under the direction of the Director of Vehicle Maintenance, this position independently performs all modes of maintenance, operation, repairs, and modifications of all transit vehicles and automotive equipment. Responsible for equipment repairs, electric diagnosis, A/C troubleshooting, etc. on transit vehicles and automotive equipment. Knowledge of safety systems on transit vehicles, buses, trolley cars, and automotive equipment.

• Remove, repair and/or replace units on Authority’s vehicles in the shop, on the road, or other locations.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and replace all types of components/units as required on transit vehicles and automotive equipment, including but not limited to: fuel pumps, air compressors, water pumps, oil coolers, air valves, fuel lines.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical units, including but not limited to diagnosing, removing and replacing electrical/electronic components and making wiring repairs.
• Troubleshoot, with or without test equipment, various problems encountered with engines and other units affecting vehicle operation; operate jacks, hoists and service/towing equipment; operate a drill press, grinders, presses and similar shop equipment.
• Perform battery maintenance checks and soldering, heating and acetylene cutting with Authority supplied equipment on Authority’s vehicles.
• Remove and replace windows, framing and retainers as required on Authority vehicles.
• Inspect and repair brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other critical vehicle components
• Overhaul and repair diesel-powered buses, including disassembly, diagnosis, and reassembly.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and minor repairs on vehicles; handle and complete records and paperwork required for work performed.
• Communicate with co-workers, management and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, CARTA policies, work procedures, and instructions.
• Conform to all safety rules and wears/uses all appropriate safety equipment.
• Perform related work as assigned.
• Responsible for completing all mandatory training classes.
• Responsible for reviewing and complying with all CARTA policies, procedures and directives.

• This position will oversee no other positions

• Recognize and follow ADA rules and regulations related to passenger transit services.
• Responsible for completing all mandatory training classes.
• Responsible for reviewing and complying with all CARTA policies, procedures and directives.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) or more years of recent and verifiable experience in automotive repair or a heavy equipment mechanic.
• Vocational or technical training in diesel mechanics preferred.

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Must have a clean driving record
• If selected for the position, must obtain and maintain a valid Tennessee CDL class B within 90 days.
• Ability to periodically pass the Department of Transportation physical examination.
• Must acquire or possess the tools necessary to perform the duties of the position, including pneumatic, measuring and hand tools, and a rollaway toolbox (an allowance is provided by contract if hired)
• Must be available to work five (5) consecutive days including Saturday and Sunday and/or holidays; as scheduled
• Must be available to work any one of three shifts – day, evening, or late; as scheduled

• Must possess the physical condition necessary to perform the following on a frequent or continual basis: stand, transport oneself from station to station in a large maintenance facility, safely access service bays, sit while reviewing or preparing work orders and other paperwork, bend, squat, stoop, turn, climb, kneel, twist, perform simple and power grasping, push, pull, perform fine hand and finger…