Facilities Maintenance Mechanic *$3,000 Service Bonus*

Job Opportunity At Hampton Roads Transit

Hampton Roads Transit is looking for dynamic, customer service oriented, and energetic people to become part of a committed team providing excellent and effective public transportation to the Hampton Roads region. We offer unmatched benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating and rewarding environment.

Hourly Wage: $18.26 - $19.23

$3,000 Service Bonus

Essential Job Functions:

(Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned)

With minor supervision, mechanic will work independently to perform the following tasks:

• Performs skilled and unskilled tasks with little or no assistance or supervision.
• Provides supervision of service contractors as directed.
• Assists in troubleshooting electrical, heating and ventilation, hydraulic and lighting systems.
• Participates in appropriate formal and On-The-Job (OJT) training.
• Appropriately selecting tools and equipment needed to do a job and managing time to complete tasks efficiently.
• Installing equipment according to specifications.
• Perform preventive maintenance of hydraulic, electrical, lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Inspect properties, equipment, and chemical storage, to ensure environmental compliance.
• Make repairs to interior and exterior of building such as walls, floors, lights, roof, garage, landscaping, sidewalks, fences and pavement.
• Perform minor renovation tasks such as door installation, framing (metal and wood), drywall installation/finishing and painting.
• Install/relocate/remove replacement equipment, office furniture, and the like, as directed.
• Responsible for storm preparations and clean-up including snow removal, downed trees, trash, etc.
• Assists in setting up for various meetings and special events.
• Use striping machine to paint parking lot stripes.
• Pick up litter at HRT facilities.
• Collect and empty trash and recycling bins into main recycling containers.
• Manage records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policy and Procedures.
• Responsible for coordinating the records management effort within the department.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Essential to Job Functions:

General knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and/or painting. With minor supervision, this position will work independently to make repairs and perform routine preventative maintenance on facilities and equipment. Position uses logic and reasoning to prioritize and troubleshoot problems and identify solutions. Position adjusts actions to incorporate new information as appropriate and communicates with other internal and external customers to convey information effectively. Must demonstrate satisfactory communication skills (both verbal and written) and perform basic math.

Required Software Knowledge and Skills Essential to Job Functions:

Proficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential. Basic problem-solving skills associated with software applications used is expected.

Software usage relevant to job duties will be evaluated.

Software applications:

Ability to use computers is required including Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, HRT's Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software for maintenance, and HRT's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software for finance.

Safety Responsibility:

Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one's self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures and policies. Take an active part in reporting unsafe conditions and any hazards within the workplace to their Supervisor, Manager and/or the Safety Department.

Training and/or Education:

High school diploma or GED certificate required with basic mechanical skills and an understanding of tools and their use. Certificate in trade school or equivalent work experience related to facilities maintenance recommended.

Required Experience:

Minimum 2 years of facilities maintenance related work.

Licenses or Certificates:

Possess a valid Driver's License. Acquire a Virginia Driver's License within 60 days after the date of hire (in instances when an out of state license is not the applicant's current state of residence).

Special Requirements:

This position is classified as essential personnel.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. and requires frequent bending, kneeling, climbing (ladders), and walking. Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle. 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.

Unusual Demands:

Individual will be on call. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work involves meeting multiple demands on a timely basis. Duties will require some seasonal overtime. Position will work outside regular business hours as required and is expected to operate in accordance with HRT's Company policies, including but not limited to Safety and Environmental Policies.

HRT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the HRT employment application and/or the interview, contact HRT Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.