Transit Mechanic II Job Manhattan area,Kansas USA,Transportation

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SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

The mission of vehicle maintenance is to provide our drivers and riders with the confidence that our transit vehicles are safe, dependable, clean, and provide transportation in a timely, cost-effective, environmentally sensitive manner, with a workforce that values teamwork, communication, and diversity.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Employee must be available during the "core" work hours of 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, which may be required as projects arise. Schedule may vary depending on the needs of the organization. Schedule coordination must be approved by the Director of Operations, or their designee. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintenance Functions

Perform oil changes, tire service, brake service, fluid replacement, battery service, HVAC maintenance, and general mechanical repairs.
Diagnose and repair steering, suspension, brake, cooling, electrical, and drivetrain systems within FHATA in-house maintenance capabilities.
Perform road calls and field service repairs.
Inspect and maintain wheelchair lifts, ramps, securement systems, bike racks, cameras, and other auxiliary equipment.
Review and respond to driver defect reports and pre/post-trip inspection findings.
Complete work orders and maintenance documentation in RTA or other maintenance management systems.
Assist with vehicle washing, facility upkeep, and other duties as assigned.
Assist with preparation and transport of vehicles to outside vendors for specialized repairs.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.
Two years of vehicle maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
Valid Kansas Driver License.
Ability to obtain and maintain required CDL and endorsements.
Ability to obtain ASE certifications related to brakes, steering/suspension, and maintenance and light repair.
Must be able to pass background screening, pre-employment drug screening, pre-employment physical capacity test and DOT physical.
Must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States (upon hiring)
Basic computer skills to include minimal knowledge of and experience with using computers and related technology.
Travel requirement (as a percent):

Transit Mechanic II

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