Vehicle Maintenance Technician; Mechanic)

Working under the direct supervision of the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor, performing a variety of inspections and repairs to the engine, transmissions, air conditioning, and heating systems, electrical and hydraulic systems, suspension, air brakes, and steering systems to maintain all fleet vehicles in good working order. The position also requires working with other Vehicle Maintenance Technicians on major repairs and overhauls. Also performs state safety inspections as required by the Texas Department of Public Safety to ensure CCRTA complies with state and federal regulations.

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties that must be performed,with or without reasonable accommodation, may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs Preventative Maintenance inspections using checklists.
• Performs general mechanical repairs including, but not limited to, engine tuning, removing and replacing units such as headlights, generators, alternators, batteries, voltage regulators, etc.
• Performs state inspections.
• Raises equipment using jacks, hoist stands, or other available equipment using proper safety procedures.
• Assist other mechanics in removing, disassembling, and reassembling units and components to be repaired such as engines, transmissions, differentials, etc.
• Assist in major mechanical repairs.
• Makes service road calls to troubleshoot problems and make minor on-site repairs and as required, tow disabled vehicles back to the shop for repair. Completes road testing of vehicles, as required.
• Independently diagnoses and repairs all defects on vehicles under the supervision of a Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor.
• Complete all required reports and records in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Establishes and maintains an effective professional working relationship with those contacted during work.
• Wears personal protective equipment and complies with safety regulations.
• Maintains confidentiality and interacts with others in an effective professional manner.
• Maintains work area in clean and safe working conditions, which includes clearing floors and work surfaces of trash and debris, putting up working materials and equipment, and cleaning up spills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Vehicle maintenance and repair principles, procedures, methods, and techniques.
• Communicate in English effectively, verbally, and demonstrate superior written communication skills, understanding, and following oral and written instructions.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills and proficiency in computer database applications, testing equipment, and specialized tools.
• Maintain a dependable attendance record.
• Complete an assigned job independently, including changing, repairing, and adjusting components or systems.
• Pass an examination administered by the Texas Department of Public Safety to become a licensed and certified State Vehicle Inspector.
• Ability to read and interpret service and instruction manuals and possess good manual dexterity, with adequate visual and hearing acuity.
• Comply with CCRTA policies and procedures, as well as all local traffic, DOT, and FTA regulations concerning the operation of CCRTA vehicles and adherence to safety-sensitive positions.
• Interact courteously and effectively with a diverse internal customer base.
• Work immediately before, during, or immediately after an emergency as required as part of the CCRTA’s Emergency Response Team to provide emergency services to the public during emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality and interact with others in an effective professional manner.
• Willingly foster a positive work environment and comply with all standard safety procedures and precautions
• Proficiency in computer database applications.

Standard physical activity includes, but is not limited to, activities such as standing and walking. Essential & marginal functions require the ability to grasp with both hands, twist both wrists, use both arms to push, pull, hold, and carry items, and bend, kneel, squat, and twist safely. Work requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Machinery and tool operation requires the use of safety equipment, including but not limited to eye safety glasses and work boots.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will predominantly work in a shop environment. The employee is exposed to extreme weather conditions and to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious…