Transit Technician II

Transit Technician II

Position Summary:

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair defects on fleet vehicles, including transit buses and other fleet vehicles. Perform maintenance in accordance with industry standards and manufacturer specifications. Applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing and a background check.

Posting Number: S11028P
Department:
Auxiliary Transit Maintenance

Employment Type:

Full Time (Employee)

Schedule:

40‑hour week; typical 2:00 pm–10:30 pm Monday–Friday, may vary and include weekends.
Salary: $34,500–$41,500 per year, commensurate with experience.

Location:

Athens, GA.

• Basic to complex maintenance work on vehicles, including troubleshooting, disassembly, repair, assembly, and installation of automotive and diesel engines, transmissions, large and small electric/pneumatic/hydraulic components, and chassis repairs (70% of time).
• Keep work area clean and safe (10%).
• Complete work orders, inventory and parts usage reports, and other paperwork (5%).
• Fuel and service late‑night vehicles to prepare for next day operation (5%).
• Attend classroom and other training (5%).
• Perform other tasks (5%).

• Minimum:
  Technical knowledge acquired through apprenticeship, formal training, or on‑the‑job training.
• Preferred:
  Demonstrated ability to maintain heavy‑duty diesel vehicles, troubleshoot and repair complex systems such as electrical, electronics, climate control, diesel engines, and transmissions; ability to use computers for diagnosis and parts look‑ups.

• Must submit to drug and alcohol testing by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Position requires driving but is not a position of trust.
• Credit check not required.

Heavy lifting, work in confined spaces, stooping, kneeling, standing on ladders and working on platforms.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR.

• Required: Resume/CV, List of References with Contact Information.
• Optional: Cover Letter.

Mike Cosby
Email: mike
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