Technician (New Haven)

Heavy-Duty Technician

Heavy-duty technician to perform maintenance on CT transit's fleet of buses. Perform diagnosis, repairs and preventive maintenance to all Company Vehicles and Equipment.

Examples of Duties

1. Three years full time experience as a heavy duty fleet mechanic 2. Requires an individual with a stable work history 3. Proficiency in hydraulics, electrical systems, air-conditioning, air brakes and bus mechanical systems. 4. Ability to quickly diagnose/correct mechanical and electrical problems, follow directions and work independently. 5. Successful completion of the Basic DC Electricity, brake Level 1, steering/suspension training, and PLC training courses. 6. Operate buses on property and for road tests, also required to respond to service calls for breakdowns while buses are in service. 7. Good verbal skills and ability to work with other employees 8. Good written and organization skills to complete & maintain forms and other documents 9. Skills and ability to lead and direct a group of employees in all phases bus repair 10. Tire Safety Training TIACTS Lever 200, AT3; Advanced Tire Technician 11. All other duties as directed by the crew leader or supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Three years full time experience as a heavy-Duty Fleet Mechanic (diesel preferred).
• Have the necessary Skills and tools to perform general repairs to all Company vehicles & equipment.
• Ability to quickly diagnose & correct mechanical problems, follow directions & work independently.
• Proficiency in hydraulics, electrical systems, air conditioning, air brakes and bus mechanical systems.
• Successful completion of Basic DC Electricity, Brake Level 1, Steering/ Suspension training, and PLC training courses.
• Valid Commercial Vehicle Driver's License (CDL) with required endorsements.
• Good verbal Skills and ability to work with other employees.
• Good written and organization skills to complete and maintain forms, manifests, MSDS sheets and other documents.
• Skills and ability to lead and direct a group of employees in all phases of bus repair.
• Tire Safety Training TIACTS Level 200, AT3; Advanced Tire Technician.

Benefits

CT transit offers a highly competitive benefit package to all full-time eligible employees. Competitive Wages. Competitive Pay, Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and holidays), 401k and Pension Retirement plans. Insurance. Low cost no deductible medical, dental and vision including family, Life Insurance, Company paid Life Insurance and short term disability plans, Voluntary Supplemental family, Accident Insurance an Additional Disability Plans. Other Benefits. Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement. Free public transportation for you and your spouse!!!! For more information about benefits, contact Human Resources. CT transit is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer.