Light Duty Automotive Technician

Overview

Transdev in the City of Victoria, TX, is seeking an experienced Light Duty Technician to bolster our team. This role demands expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines across various vehicles and equipment. As a Light Duty Technician, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our diesel-powered assets.

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $21.00 – maximum $24.00 an hour based on experience.
• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary long-term disability.
• Company paid ASE testing, training materials, and tool reimbursement

• Conduct diagnostic tests to identify issues and determine necessary repairs on engines.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks to prevent breakdowns and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and accurate repairs.
• Complete preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
• Lead diagnostic tests to accurately identify complex issues and determine comprehensive repair strategies for engines.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair tasks on engines, including overhauling and rebuilding components to required specifications.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technicians, assisting them in developing their skills and knowledge.

• 2 years of experience as a Light Duty Technician.
• ASE certifications required; ASE certification program provided.
• Mechanic’s tool set.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical, if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

The essential functions of this position require the ability to:

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions; 100% of the job is performed outside, work alone, and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces.
• Push and pull objects up to 20 pounds; occasionally lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to reach files or equipment stored at ground level.
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing duties; tolerate exposure to dust, vehicle fumes, and noise.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.) and must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Transdev operates transportation systems across cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities. Transdev employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations, maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. As part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. Transdev is the mobility company that empowers the freedom to move every day with safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good.