Mechanic A or B Tech (Sign-On Bonuses Available)

Job Title

Sign-On Bonus and Referral Bonus Available!!!

Amount and Eligibility Structure of Sign-On Bonus dependent on experience and ASE Certifications

Bonus payable in up to three payments please inquire for more information.

What We Offer:

• Base Pay-Rate: $36.48 $44.37 (based on experience and ASE Certification(s))
• Paid holidays
• Annual cost of living increases
• Paid onboard training
• Comprehensive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision) upon enrollment
• 401K
• Union/CBA Coverage (After 90-days of employment)
• ASE Certification Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Tool Allowance
• Friendly diverse workplace environment
• Work/Life Balance

Knowledge and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Two (2) years technical degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Five (5) years progressive heavy equipment maintenance required
• Experience with heavy equipment required
• ASE Transit Certification preferred with an expectation to pursue additional certifications
• Additional training from mechanical/technical schools, courses or seminars desirable
• Experience with complex diagnostic computer equipment and software required
• Must have an in-depth understanding of the design, adjustment, and overhaul of ADA equipment, air conditioning, brakes, chassis, cooling system, engine, interior/exterior lighting, gauges and controls, safety equipment, fire suppression system and sensitive edges, tires and transmissions
• Hands on experience in electrical, mechanical or other related field service experience; experience with electrical, high voltage and mechanical troubleshooting
• Experience with CAN networks and multiplexing systems
• Must be able to work amid constant interruptions, have ability to prioritize and be detail oriented
• Must have leadership skills and ability to mentor and provide instruction
• Must have good communication skills, ability to both verbally and in written format document questions and diagnostic information to management personnel
• Must be able to perform physical activities including working on top of coaches and lifting up to seventy-five (75) pounds
• Must be flexible and work in a 24/7 environment
• Must have clean driving record and a Commercial Driver's License
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check

Skills:

• Evidence of a "safety first" attitude
• Must have computer skills for the ability to diagnose all sub-components of a Transit coach
• Must have ability to understand and follow schematics
• Intermediate level computer skills (including Microsoft applications)
• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, diligent and able to operate independently with limited supervision (completing assigned work accurately and in a timely manner)
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Sound judgement; Good problem-solving and analytical skills (troubleshoot technical issues, communicate and document solutions to non-technical parties)
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be flexible and work in a 24/7 environment

Key Accountabilities:

Preventative Maintenance:

Context:

• Preventative maintenance inspections are based in mileage and days
• Inspections and repairs include but are not limited to; ADA equipment, air conditioning, brakes, chassis, cooling system, engine, interior/exterior lighting, gauges and controls, safety equipment, fire extinguishers and sensitive edges, tires and transmissions

Activities:

• Performs preventative maintenance inspections on all types of coaches following specific check lists
• Fills out work orders specifying parts and labor

Corrective Maintenance:

• Inspects and verifies problems on coaches using various diagnostic equipment
• Cleans, repairs and replaces coach equipment as required
• Test coaches for proper working order including road driving tests
• Utilizes computer diagnostic equipment to include but not limited to; Cummins Insite, Allison prognostics, complex electrical schematics; ladder logic diagrams, VANSCO and DINEX coach control systems to diagnose troubleshoot complex level difficulty coach electrical functions
• Reviews repair manuals and part manuals for aid in making minor to major repairs
• Performs both in-house and road call coach repairs using various hand, power, pneumatic and precision tools
• Repair, maintain, troubleshoot and service electrical buses
• Maintain detailed and timely paperwork and documentation for repairs and installations
• Repair, maintain, troubleshoot, and service multiplexing systems

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All roles may entail, to varying extents, the following physical demands:

• Long periods (potentially exceeding 8 hours per day) of walking, standing, sitting, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, twisting, squatting, handling materials, repetitive hand-wrist motions, and traversing uneven surfaces;
• Exposure to both extreme heat and cold;
• Exposure to loud noises, fumes, and airborne particles;

In addition to the above demands inherent in every role, the following roles may entail unique physical demands, including:

• Operators/Drivers may work inside or outside vehicles and may operate vehicles for over 8 hours per day.
• Operations Supervisors and Managers may split their work between an office setting looking at a computer screen/electronic device and active transit field locations driving in a vehicle.
• Maintenance Employees may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in a ventilated maintenance shop and may work with personal computers, laptops, electronic hand-held devices, complex electrical schematics, diagnostic software and testing devices, and other heavy machinery.
• Office Staff may work indoors in air-conditioned or well-ventilated facilities, including offices and cubicle spaces equipped with a telephone and computer and may entail typing or looking at a computer screen.

Additional Statements:

• Drug screening: Pursuant to Department of Transportation regulations, employment for safety-sensitive positions will be contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and a physical Keolis maintains a drug-free workplace. Employment will also be contingent upon completion of a background check consistent with applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.
• Safety commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the safest transportation company in the world.
• Environmental commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of our operations on the communities where we operate.
• EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, genetic information, veteran status, gender identification, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io . Keolis complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants.
• Work authorization: "Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Keolis does not sponsor visas for this position"
• Disclaimer and closing statement: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to