Automotive​/Diesel Maintenance Tech​/Mechanic

Automotive/Diesel Maintenance Technician/Mechanic

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Full Time Maintenance, Nashville, TN, US

3 days ago Requisition

Additional Pay Incentives Available With 'H-Series ASE' Certifications

Sign-On Bonus: $2,000

• Health, Vision, and Dental
  • Single - $180 per month
  • Single employee with children - $200 per month
  • Family - $220 per month
• On-Site Fitness Center
• Paid CDL Training
• Uniform, Boot, and Tool Allowance
• Pension & Optional 401K plan

The responsibilities of this classification include performing a wide variety of skilled mechanical repair and maintenance work on gasoline, electric, hybrid and diesel-powered buses and other motorized and auxiliary equipment. Work involves maintenance, repair of all engine, transmission, suspension, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and related components and assemblies. Work requires incumbents to learn and transfer new and expanded mechanical and electronic knowledge and skills as diagnostic systems and mechanical/electronic components are modified and updated.

Work also requires compliance with all applicable, federally mandated safety-sensitive requirements. Work is performed under the general supervision of Vehicle Maintenance Supervisors.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• B-level knowledge and skill in the principles, practices, techniques, tools and equipment of the automotive and diesel repair trade.
• Knowledge of current methods, materials, lubricants, tools and equipment used in servicing, diagnosis, preventive maintenance, overhaul and repair of gasoline, electric, hybrid and diesel-powered buses, other motorized and auxiliary equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical principles of gasoline, diesel and electric powered engines; fluid, cooling system, pneumatic and hydraulic systems; power train, suspension, hybrid bus and chassis components and assemblies; and electrical, ignition, braking, heating and air conditioning systems.
• Knowledge of current diagnostic techniques and equipment used in fleet repair operations.
• Knowledge of industrial safety rules, shop safety rules, and applicable regulations and procedures that apply to a vehicle repair facility.
• Basic computer skills required to enter and extract information from automated vehicle maintenance systems and related software applications.
• Skill in the operation of electronic diagnostic equipment as well as power and hand tools used in mechanical maintenance and equipment repair.
• Skill in the operation of overhead cranes, hydraulic lifts, hoists, jacks, drill presses, lathes and related equipment.
• Acquire the skills required in the operation of wreckers and associated auxiliary equipment and winches.
• Skill in basic mathematics.
• Skill in working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical defects in gasoline, electric, hybrid and diesel-powered buses, trucks, cars and other heavy motorized mechanical equipment; operate and maintain electronic diagnostic and related equipment.
• Remove, replace, diagnose, dismantle and repair all types of gasoline and diesel internal combustion engines, automatic transmissions, differentials, hydraulic, cooling, hybrid, pneumatic and electrical systems.
• Install, maintain and repair electrical and mechanical units and accessories of coaches using electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Replace and adjust brakes, repair pumps, starters, injectors, lights, steering gears, generators and air conditioning systems.
• Operate overhead cranes, hydraulic lifts, hoists, jacks, drill presses, as appropriately certified.
• Perform field repair work and emergency road repairs.
• Maintain records of orders, completed repairs, time worked, and materials used; enter and extract data in automated vehicle maintenance system.
• Acquire the skills to perform independently basic diagnostic, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic and mechanical system equipment.

• Assist other employees in section…