Senior Diesel Bus Mechanic

The City is offering a Sign-On Bonus for Bus Mechanics: $500 with first paycheck and 2% of gross earnings during first year of employment at first anniversary.

• Candidates can complete up to 20 ASE Tests to earn up to an additional $5.00 per hour.
• Late night and weekend work earns an additional $1.00 per hour.
• Snap On and Milwaukee tools provided to all mechanics.
• Uniforms and Laundry Service provided.

Monday through Friday, rotating shifts of 1:30pm to 10:30pm and 4:30pm to 1:30am; occasional Saturdays.

This position is eligible for overtime.

In addition, a shift differential of $1.00/hour will be paid for working the following hours:

• Monday – Friday: 6:30 PM until 4:00 AM
• Saturday – all day (24 hours)

Under general direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, performs advanced diagnostic, maintenance, and repair work on all transit vehicle systems, including gasoline and diesel engines, battery-electric drive trains, electronically controlled transmissions, 12/24-volt electrical systems, engine and transmission control systems, HVAC systems, brake systems, and related subsystems. Follows the Agency Maintenance Plan to complete A, B, C, and D level preventive maintenance (PM) routines and conducts complex troubleshooting using Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) service information, wiring diagrams, diagnostic workflows, and electronic service tools.

Installs, configures, and repairs communications, telematics, camera systems, Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment, Intelligent Transit System (ITS) components, and supports system modifications as needed. Oversees documentation of all inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and parts usage within fleet maintenance software, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Additionally, may serve as a subject matter expert on Greenlink’s Safety Committee. Supports lower level technicians through guidance, safe work practices, and technical recommendations.

Progression path:
Senior Diesel Mechanic ? Shop Foreman. All tools diagnostic equipment, and shop resources are provided. Uniforms and laundry service, steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs (as needed), and gloves are also provided. Eligible for additional OEM and ASE-certifying coursework.

• Perform Complex Repairs and Complete Diagnostic Troubleshooting: Perform complex repairs on gasoline, diesel, and electric vehicles as well as shop and facility equipment, including work on diesel and gasoline engines, electric drive motors, high-voltage vehicle electrical systems, electronically controlled transmissions, ride-height suspension systems, suspension and steering linkages, kingpins, wheel-end components, tires, air brake systems (including ABS), hydraulic brake systems (including ABS), multiplex electrical systems, lighting systems, pneumatic air systems, HVAC systems, fare collection systems, and ITS.
  
  Follow OEM diagnostic procedures such as wiring diagrams, diagnostic trees, repair and parts manuals, and schematics to perform troubleshooting on vehicles, charging stations, and related equipment. Use diagnostic software (including Cummins Insite, Allison DOC, Bendix, Wabco, Proterra Diagnostic, Viri Citi, Genfare, and Shop Key), multimeters, specialized tools, test gauges, and integrated onboard maintenance systems to identify defects. After determining the cause of failure, select the most efficient repair method, complete the repair to OEM specifications, and verify that the vehicle or equipment is safe and operating correctly.
  
  Actively report any safety concerns encountered during assigned tasks and maintain accurate records of all diagnostic and repair activities in fleet maintenance software. 55%
• Conduct Preventive…