Certified Automotive Technician

Transdev in Sumter County, Florida, is seeking an experienced Technician II to bolster our team. This position requires the level of knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose and repair commercial vehicles and equipment. This individual must have the ability to effectively work and communicate with employees and customers. Requirements include daily safety inspections, minimal reworks, and maintaining production standards. Particular attention will be on timeliness and quality of repairs. As a Technician II, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our assets.


Transdev is proud to offer:

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $25.00 - maximum $28.00.

Benefits include:

• 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, voluntary long-term disability.
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.

Major Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and accurately perform all phases of vehicle repairs.
• Remove, clean, repair, reinstall, and adjust vehicle components.
• Engine repair and diagnosis
• Engine emission components (State certification)
• Driveline components
• Electrical/ electronic components
• Brakes/ suspension/ steering/ exhaust
• Cab/ chassis
• Hydraulics
• Various Scan tool proficient
• Ensure work orders are properly completed.
• Select appropriate course of action for repairs.
• Evaluate completed work prior to release.
• Ensure safe use of power and hand-held tools.
• Perform road calls and emergency services, as necessary.
• Move vehicles safely between job and work area.
• Communicate professionally with customers, team members, and supervisors.
• Actively participate in safety or educational training as required.
• Continuous ASE/ EVT re-certification is required to remain in job classification.
• Other responsibilities as requested or required

Qualifications:

• Candidates must have a high school diploma, or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver's license. A CDL license is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years direct automotive repair experience
• Must hold a minimum of 3 ASE certifications, preferably in Truck, Transit, or School Bus
• Must have demonstrated experience monitoring and meeting PM schedules and operating automotive repair shop equipment.
• Must have an appropriate mechanic's tool set.
• Must have excellent communication skills, bringing demonstrated abilities of building solid relationships with superiors, peers, and subordinates.
• Subject to a DOT physical exam and DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Physical Requirements:

• The essential functions of this position require the ability to:
• Intermittent sitting, standing, stooping, crouching, walking, lifting light and heavy objects, climbing ladders/stairs/ramps or scaffolding, and using tools and equipment that require a high degree of manual dexterity.
• Required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel, talk, hear, reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell. Must be able to lie on one's back on a mechanic's dolly to work underneath motor vehicle equipment.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to fifty pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than one hundred pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes, and noise.

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


Drug-free workplace:


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.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.


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. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video at


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.


Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or other legally protected status.


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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.


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Job Category: Maintenance


Job Type: Full Time


Req ID: 8392


Pay Group: 1ET


Cost Center: 49790


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.


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 may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.


Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.


Drug-free workplace


If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.


California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.


About Transdev


Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.


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. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video .