MECHANIC B

B Mechanic

The B Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance of Norwalk Transit District's fleet of diesel and gas powered vehicles, including buses, body-on-chassis vehicles and all support vehicles; vehicle related components, including wheelchair lifts and ramps; vehicle support equipment; facilities and their related equipment, including fork lift and sweeper; light repair of HVAC, electrical and plumbing; maintaining all fixed passenger amenities; and, other duties as assigned by the Foreman.

Responsibilities include:

• Opening and closing of facility: perform security and general inspection of facility.
• Completing scheduled Preventative Maintenance inspections of vehicles and equipment.
• Verify vehicle performance by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and reviewing systems.
• Maintain vehicle records by annotating services and repairs on repair orders and inspection forms.
• Respond to road calls and/or vehicle breakdowns.
• Repair reported vehicle defects.
• Use repair manuals, diagrams and diagnostic devices to determine vehicle performance conditions when conducting inspections or troubleshooting defects.
• Troubleshoot engine performance and repair (in chassis overhaul).
• Troubleshoot transmission performance and repair, under the supervision of an A Mechanic or Maintenance Foreman.
• Perform light body repairs, including but not limited to, replacing body parts, panels, bumpers and doors; priming and painting; and any other related activity.
• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing and painting if needed.
• Assist with inventory control through communicating part number utilization and remaining stock in inventory.
• Contains costs by evaluating service and parts options, as well as warranty provisions when available.
• Provide back-up for service line fueling, washing and cleaning.
• Perform snow and ice clean-up/removal at all Transit District facilities using designated snow equipment.
• Maintain job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading related technical, mechanical and regulation publications.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Safety & Security responsibilities include:

• As part of daily duties, maintain the safety and security of the facility:
  • Carries out safety and security policies and practices.
  • Observes surroundings and notes/reports any changes to supervisor.
  • Ensures doors are properly secured when closing facility for the night.
  • When opening in the morning check for anything unusual or suspicious before entering the building.
  • Correct or report any objects that seem out of place while moving about the building.
  • As part of closing responsibility, secure all exterior doors, including overhead doors.

This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Education and Experience Required:

1. Graduation from High School or a GED certificate.
2. Preferable technical and/or diesel trade school.
3. At least three years' mechanical experience in the heavy duty diesel transit vehicles.
4. Ability to work effectively in a lightly supervised environment.
5. Ability to read and follow manuals and diagnostic equipment to achieve desired repairs.
6. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with supervisor.
7. Must have or obtain an appropriate Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months of hiring.
8. Must provide required tools for the job.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to read, write and communicate fluently in English. Frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, crouch and kneel. The member must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 75 pounds.

Work Environment: There will be frequent interaction with employees and customers. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate. Work is generally performed within a maintenance shop environment.

Agency Disclaimer: The CEO may modify this job description based upon agency needs; may require the employee to perform functions beyond those mentioned.

The Norwalk Transit District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.