Mechanic Helper (JO 25-26)

Maintenance Technician

Essential Functions for the Position:

Individual to safely perform various levels of maintenance in the forms of servicing, inspecting, diagnosing and repairing of transit-related equipment, including assisting higher-classified employees in their performance of maintenance activities. Perform other related duties as directed.

Special Knowledge & Skills:

• Must have strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Must be able to read and comprehend technical publications and instructions from higher classifications.
• Must be able to safely respond to road calls and perform preliminary on-site diagnoses.
• Must be knowledgeable of and familiar with current safety standards and maintenance recordkeeping procedures.
• Must have effective written and oral communication skills.

Education, Training & Experience:

• Must be a high school or trade school graduate; with a minimum of one (1) year practical working experience in the automotive or heavy equipment vehicle field, or hold a Certificate from an accredited institution/program.

Other Job Requirement & Conditions:

• Must have complete assortment of personal tools and knowledge of their proper use.
• Must have a valid Hawaii State driver's license with clean traffic abstract and must be able to pass State of Hawaii D.O.T. driving requirements for a "Type B" commercial driver's license.
• Must be able to meet standard physical requirements and pass Company-sponsored medical examination and drug screening.
• Must be highly motivated individual with excellent work performance and attendance records.
• Must be willing and able to work various shifts, overtime as directed, holiday duty as required, and assume days off as assigned.
• Must meet or be able to meet all present and future license and certification requirements as may be required by City, State or Federal governments.
• Must pass Company-administered written and oral examinations.