Hourly Pooled Mechanic, Transportation Services

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JOB TITLE:

Part Time Mechanic

JOB PURPOSE:

To assist the shop mechanic team in servicing and maintaining University of Wyoming Transit Fleet.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform basic to intermediate vehicle/equipment maintenance and repairs to Transit and Parking Services fleet. Diagnose maintain repair and adjust buses as necessary to keep fleet in optimum and safe condition.
• Perform and complete annual vehicle inspections to also include all occupant safety and emergency systems. Make adjustments as needed.
• Perform timely routine vehicle preventive maintenance program in accordance with DOT and FTA regulations to ensure safe operating condition of entire fleet.
• Inspectvehicle components parts and accessories on Transit & Parking Services fleet to ensure safe operation that is compliant with all DOT FTA and ADA regulations.
• General shop cleaning and organizational duties such as keeping fluid cabinets stocked and organized disposing of used fluids properly and as necessary.
• Operates/Maintains tools equipment and shop area for the purpose of ensuring availability and safety.
• Prepares written materials (repair and maintenance logs parts lists) for supervisor to ensure all data is entered into work management system.
• Responds to road calls as necessary. Arrange for towing bus replacement or field repairs if necessary.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Lead Technician or Shop Manager.
• Must complete drug test and MVR prior to starting

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: Entry-level knowledge of diesel and gas vehicle operations

Other Requirements:

• Valid drivers license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP .
• Pass required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mechanical experience
• Mechanic related schooling
• CDL Class B
• CDL P Endorsement
• Medium/Heavy truck transit bus or automotive ASE certifications

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

HIRING STATEMENT:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please contact us at or email .

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