Transit Technician II

Transit Technician II

Transit Technician II

Posting Number - S11028P

Working Title - Transit Technician II

Department - Auxiliary Transit Maint

About the University of Georgia - Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university. The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Position Summary - Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair defects on fleet vehicles. Perform maintenance on transit buses and other fleet vehicles in accordance with industry standards, safe practices and manufacturer's specifications. Applicants submit to drug and alcohol testing by the US Department of Transportation.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies - Demonstrated ability to maintain heavy-duty diesel vehicles, troubleshoot and repair complex systems such as electrical and electronics systems, climate control systems, diesel engines and transmissions. Ability to use computers for diagnosis, parts look-ups and other tasks

Physical Demands - Heavy lifting, work in confined spaces, stooping, kneeling, standing on ladders and work platforms. Driving.

Duties/Responsibilities - Basic to complex maintenance work on vehicles as assigned by supervisor. Involves troubleshooting, disassembly, repair, assembly and/or installation of automotive and diesel engines, transmissions, large and small electric/pneumatic/hydraulic components, and chassis repairs on buses and other fleet vehicles. Employees are expected to complete repairs within established guidelines under supervision and guidance of supervisor. Be able to repair, diagnose, rebuild independently.

Duties/Responsibilities - Keep work area clean and safe.

Duties/Responsibilities - Complete work order, inventory and parts usage reports and other associated paperwork in a timely manner.

Duties/Responsibilities - Fuel and service late night vehicles to prepare for next day operation. Complete associated paperwork.

Duties/Responsibilities - Attend classroom and other training as available.

Duties/Responsibilities - Perform other tasks.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Recruitment Contact Name - Mike Cosby

Recruitment Contact Email - View email address on click.appcast.io

Recruitment Contact Phone

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