Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Job Title

Under general supervision, performs general vehicle maintenance and makes mechanical repairs to motorized vehicles, including buses, automobiles, and light and heavy equipment owned and operated by PARTA. Performs work safely; follows safety work rules, guidelines and procedures and exercises maximum care and good judgment to prevent injury and accidents from occurring. Performs related tasks as required. Performs work safely; follows safety work rules, guidelines and procedures and exercises maximum care and good judgment to prevent injury and accidents from occurring.

Performs major and minor repairs on motorized vehicles by diagnosing, repairing or replacing defective or damaged parts on transmissions, differentials, and electrical, air systems, suspension, and steering systems for vehicles, including buses, automobiles, and light and heavy-duty equipment. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance and physical conditioning sufficient to perform moderate to heavy physical labor over an extended period of time.

Performs preventative maintenance on buses, cars and equipment, including but not limited to engine, transmission, suspension system, electrical, and lighting. Identifies and repairs above systems using schematics and repair manuals.

Orders and obtains parts through the parts department as needed to repair equipment; maintains and controls the inventory of vehicular parts, supplies and materials.

Performs body repair work, painting and fabrication operations; operate an engine analysis to check engine adjustments, battery and charging systems and exhaust emissions; operates welding equipment as needed. Familiar with vehicle trouble-shooting through electronics and diagnostic software.

Inspects completed work for adequacy and quality of work; test drives vehicles to make certain necessary repairs have been made; performs safety inspections of all vehicles as required.

Completes repair reports, maintains records, and keeps maintenance facility in a neat and orderly condition.

Performs other related duties as assigned. May be assigned to work with new mechanics in training.

High school diploma or equivalent plus specialized training in mechanics, or a closely related field and three (3) years of related mechanic experience; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of: the construction, assembly, adjustment and maintenance of a wide variety of automobiles and heavy equipment; of the standard practices, methods, tools and equipment of the automotive maintenance trade; and of the principles of internal combustion engines.

Skill in: operation of listed tools and equipment to include the ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, mechanical equipment and vehicles; to make diagnoses of operating defects; to use a variety of automotive shop equipment including but not limited to wheel balancer; welder, fuel pressure gauge, air compressor and front end alignment equipment.

Ability to: successfully complete initial training program and retraining programs; safely operate vehicles and equipment; use and interpret a map to locate destinations; establish and maintain effective relationships with passengers, coworkers, supervisors, and the general public; exercise discretion and sound judgment; communicate effectively verbally, maintain accurate written records and complete reports; work independently; follow verbal and written instructions; provide safe, reliable, and customer-oriented service.

A) Valid State of Ohio Driver's License with no more than two points required at time of hire.

B) Successful completion of previous employment verification and criminal background investigation.

C) Successful completion of post-offer Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). examination including drug screen prior to hire is required. In addition, the employee must continue to meet driver fitness standards, as determined by periodic DOT medical examination.

D) Successful completion of requirements to obtain Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement within six (6) months of hire is required.

Operates tools and equipment including but not limited to motorized vehicles, including buses, automobiles and light and heavy equipment; power and hand tools and equipment for vehicle and mechanical system work; mechanic's tools including jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools, and other tools required for minor repairs and routine maintenance of motorized vehicles; electronic vehicle diagnostic equipment; personal computer, calculator, phone; mobile or portable radio.

The employee must provide his/her own hand tools.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations…