Transit Mechanic; Transportation​/Bus Maintenance

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT TO REMAIN POSTED UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

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Benefits of Broward County Employment

High-Deductible Health Plan - Bi-Weekly Premiums:

Single $10.90 - Family $80.79

Includes County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2,000 Annually

Consumer-Driven Health Plan - Bi-Weekly Premiums:

Single $82.58 - Family $286.79

Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation Employee Match

Eleven (11) Paid Holidays Each Year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 Weeks Per Year

Up to 40 Hours of Job Basis Leave for Eligible Positions

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K Annually)

Paid Parental Leave

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners, Transportation Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Transit Mechanic (Bus Maintenance).

Must possess a valid Driver's License and be able to work varying shifts (days, afternoons, nights, weekends, and holidays) at multiple work locations.

General Description
:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of journey-level diesel mechanic and related mass transit vehicle maintenance/repair work.

Transit Mechanic wage increases are determined by the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1267 Collective Bargaining Agreement. Starting hourly pay and increases are as follows.

1st Year: $28.57

2nd Year: $29.38

3rd Year: $30.20

4th Year: $31.06

Thereafter Step: $43.22

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
:

Applicants must meet at least one (1) of the following minimum requirements to qualify for the position of Transit Mechanic:

• Two (2) years journey-level diesel or heavy equipment maintenance/repair experience
• Two (2) years automotive maintenance/repair experience
• Two (2) years heavy-duty transit bus repair/maintenance

Special Certifications and Licenses
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Must obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License with Air Brake and Passenger Transport Endorsement within 90 days of employment

Necessary Requirements
:

• Possession of a Valid Driver's License
• Ability to work varying shifts in a 24/7 operation as assigned (days, afternoons, nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Ability to report to multiple work locations as needed.

Preferences
:

• EPA 608 Certification
• Vocational/Technical School/College Certification in field of study closely related to area of assignment

Supplemental Information
:

Upon selection, candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening (criminal background check, medical exam, drug screen, education and employment verification, and any other Broward County Transportation Department requirements).

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, performs a variety of journey-level diesel mechanic and related mass transit vehicle maintenance/repair work.

TASKS

Diagnoses problems with equipment and/or their sub-systems, which may include electrical, hydraulic, engine, mechanical, drive train, brake, and/or other specialized systems in order to determine the nature/extent of the repair needed, estimate the parts needed, and/or provide information regarding the cost effectiveness of repair versus replacement.

Rebuilds/repairs a variety of equipment and/or equipment sub-systems, which may include diesel engines, hydraulic systems, brakes, transmissions, electrical systems and components, power-take-offs, pumps, cooling systems, air conditioning, and drive lines, in order to cost-effectively extend the safe operating life of the equipment, minimize equipment replacement, and/or minimize equipment down time.

Performs a variety of minor equipment maintenance/repair, including replacing lights/lenses, adding fluids, lubricating, making minor adjustments, inflating tires, and/or replacing a variety of hoses in order to ensure safe operation of equipment, minimize major repairs, and/or prevent damage to equipment, facilities, or the environment.

Performs preventive maintenance on a wide variety of public transit vehicles and other specialized equipment in order to identify potential operating problems, extend the safe operating life of the equipment, maintain warranty, ensure equipment operates safely, and minimize repair costs.

Obtains needed parts in order to facilitate maintaining/repairing equipment.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS — REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE

(Applicants are expected to possess the required Knowledges, Abilities, and/or Skills listed below prior to being hired for positions in this job title.)

Knowledge of operating principles for a variety of diesel engines and their sub-systems.

Knowledge of general equipment operation diagnostic/troubleshooting principles and procedures for a variety of public transit vehicles and other specialized equipment.

Knowledge of…