Maintenance Technician

Description

Under the direction of the Vehicle Maintenance Manager, this position independently performs all modes of maintenance, operation, repairs, and modifications of all transit vehicles and automotive equipment. Responsible for equipment repairs, electric diagnosis, A/C troubleshooting, etc. on transit vehicles and automotive equipment. Knowledge of safety systems on transit vehicles, buses, trolley cars, and automotive equipment. This is a Journeyman position.

Essential Function(s) :

• Removes, repairs, and/or replaces units on Authority's vehicles in the shop, on the road, or in other locations.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces all types of components/units as required on transit vehicles and automotive equipment, including but not limited to: cars, light/medium duty trucks fuel pumps, air compressors, water pumps, oil coolers, air valves, fuel lines, etc.
• Inspects troubleshoots, and repairs electrical units, including but not limited to diagnosing, removing, and replacing electrical/electronic components and making wiring repairs.
• Troubleshoots, with or without test equipment, various problems encountered with engines and other units affecting vehicle operation; operates jacks, hoists and service/towing equipment; operates drill press, grinders, presses and similar shop equipment.
• Performs battery maintenance checks; performs soldering, heating, and acetylene cutting with Authority supplied equipment on Authority's vehicles in order to perform the duties of this line of progression.
• Removes and replaces windows, framing and retainers as required on Authority vehicles.
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections and minor repairs on vehicles; handles and completes records and paperwork required for work performed.
• Communicates with co-workers, management, and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.
• Conforms to all safety rules and wears/uses all appropriate safety equipment.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Responsible for completing all mandatory training classes.
• Responsible for reviewing and complying with all JTA policies, procedures and directives.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) or more years of recent and verifiable experience in automotive repair or a heavy equipment mechanic.

Special Requirements:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• If selected for the position, must obtain and maintain a valid Florida CDL class A with Passenger (P) endorsement within one-hundred eighty (180) days.
• Must acquire or possess the tools necessary to perform the duties of the position, including pneumatic, measuring and hand tools, and a rollaway toolbox (an allowance is provided by contract if hired).
• Must be available to work five (5) consecutive days including Saturday and Sunday and/or holidays; as scheduled.
• Must be available to work any one (1) of three (3) shifts - day, evening, or late; as scheduled.

Physical Requirements:

Must possess the physical condition necessary to perform the following on a frequent or continual basis:

• Stand, Transport oneself from station to station in a large maintenance facility, Safely access service bays, Sit while reviewing or preparing work orders and other paperwork, Bend, Squat, Stoop, Turn, Climb, Kneel, Twist, Perform simple and power grasping, Push, Pull, Perform fine hand and finger manipulations, Safely lift and carry heavy objects or use appropriate lifting equipment and techniques for heavier items.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Step six (6) will have two (2) to four (4) years' experience in mechanic industry.

Step seven (7) possess any two of the below ASE or two (2) professional mechanic certifications:

• ASE H1-H8 any two (2)
• ASE A1-A9 any two (2)
• ASE T1-T9 any two (2)

Step eight (8) is the below criteria, or if coming from another transit agency pay will be equal to our steps in order to get them on board:

• Diesel Engine Associate Degree
• Transmission Service Certificates
• Master Wiring Certificates
• AC 608 or 609 or more than four H series Transit Bus ASE

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment used in bus and mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of safety systems on transit vehicles, buses, trolley cars, and automotive equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the transit system.
• Skill locating, defining, and repairing defects in a wide variety of general or specialized transit equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate a drill press, grinders, presses, and similar shop equipment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

The Maintenance Technician must be willing to work nights, holidays, weekends, and any hours assigned. This position works in open bays, inside buses, and outside in varying weather conditions. The position may require exposure to fumes and vapors and the use/handling of commercial cleaners and toxic materials. Physical demands include:

• Must be able to lift at least fifty (50) lbs. and push objects such as doors, windows, emergency hatches, wheelchairs and wheelchair lifts.
• Must be able to repetitively bend, kneel, squat, stoop, and twist safely.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.

Application Process:

To apply for this vacancy, you must create a user account and profile -- then apply for the specified job opening. Applications are considered for 90 days. The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer -- M/F/D/V.


Veterans' Preference:

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214, member copy Service-2 or Member-4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation must be upload with the resume at the time of application.


Acknowledgements:

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees are responsible for completing all mandatory training classes. Employees must also review and comply with all JTA/JTM policies, procedures, and directives. All employment offers are contingent upon pre-employment drug testing.

The employment terms of this position are governed by the IAM bargaining agreement between District Lodge 112, Local 759 and JTM.
Positions marked as 'Safety Sensitive' will be subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use and if any testing is positive, the application for employment will be rejected, or if hired, employment may be terminated. Positions marked as "COOP Essential" may be required to work whenever the Continuity of Operations Plan is activated.

Driver's License - The position description will specify whether a driver's license is required and the acceptable class of license. Unless an exception under Florida law exists, a nonresident must obtain a Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire. If a driver's license has a corrective lens restriction, the employee must wear corrective lenses when operating any vehicle for work purposes. Suspended or revoked licenses, work permits, and certain restricted licenses are not acceptable.

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Employees who require a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must notify JTA in advance to allow sufficient time for JTA to provide the accommodation.