Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

The responsibilities of this position include keeping all buses, vehicles and equipment in good mechanical condition, including a morning inspection of buses operating the daily schedule; performing preventive or corrective maintenance on all Steamship Authority vehicles and other equipment connected to the Vehicle Maintenance Facility as directed by the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Driver’s license, preferred commercial Class A or
  
  B.
• Must be an experienced gas or diesel mechanic, preferred experience with electric buses;
• Experienced brake systems technician with the ability to adjust, diagnose and repair problems with air systems, as broken or malfunctioning air valves in the braking system.
• Experienced or knowledge of Cummins, International and Caterpillar engines and all accessories, water pumps, alternators, accessory belts, and radiators.
• Must be experienced at running computer diagnostic tests for gas & diesel engines, vehicle systems and interpreting the results to offer suitable solutions.
• Must be able to replace tires, adjust and replace brakes, replace all front-end parts and complete front-end alignments.
• Must be able to complete oil changes, repair and service bus auxiliary systems, replace lights, repair passenger entry doors and luggage compartment doors.
• Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work in varying conditions.
• Diagnoses, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on all fleet vehicles, buses and trailers.

Union St & Water St
Vineyard Haven, MA
02568