SR. FLEET MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN A- DIESEL & CNG

Senior Fleet Maintenance Technician A - Diesel & CNG

Our vision is to be recognized as a world-class leader for providing and coordinating a full array of mobility and community services. LYNX mission is to link our community by providing quality mobility options with innovation, integrity and teamwork.

Join the team that keeps Central Florida moving!

LYNX is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Fleet Maintenance Technician A - Diesel & CNG, also known as Technician "A", to perform diagnostics, repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance on our fleet of transit vehicles and support equipment. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced vehicle systems including diesel engines, electrical systems, HVA, brakes, steering, suspension, and hybrid technologies in a safety focused environment.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in delivering quality repairs that ensure safe and reliable transportation for our community.

As a member of a bargaining unit, this position follows a seniority-based system for bidding on shifts and days off.

Hourly Pay Rate: $32.62 - $38.38 depending on qualifications

Shifts: Must be willing and able to work any and all shifts below as LYNX is a 24/7 operation and this will include weekends and holidays:

• 6am to 2:30pm
• 2pm to 10:30pm ($2.00 additional dollars and hour for pay differential)
• 10:00pm to 6:30am ($3.00 additional dollars and hour for pay differential)

Technician "A" Essential Job Functions:

• Carries out ordinary mechanical, hydraulic or structural maintenance repairs and adjustments.
• Determines the source of trouble; repairs or replaces defective parts or makes changes as instructed.
• Works from written or verbal instructions, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, vendor manuals and manufacturer's specifications to accomplish work.
• Applies diagnostic and analytical tools in problem solving.
• Is competent in the use of testing equipment such as compression testers, engine/transmission readers, multimeters, AMP meters, logic probes and exhaust gas analyzers.
• Executes fields repairs on road failures and tows buses if necessary.
• Provides assistance to lower grade mechanics when instructed.
• Diagnoses, tunes and repairs engines; replaces all major components including cylinder heads and other major engine components.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all electronic engine and transmission controls and sensors and wiring harness.
• Diagnoses and repairs transmissions; replaces all internal sensors/solenoids and all major components.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces battery electric and hybrid bus components such as; controls, drive motors, inverters and battery packs.
• Replaces engine/transmission assemblies and accessories.
• Diagnoses and repairs air systems and components and relines brakes.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all steering and suspension components.
• Diagnoses and repairs all wiring harnesses. Replaces components in electrical subsystems.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all components of wheelchair lifts. Executes A and C inspections.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all A/C components.
• Performs other duties as may be required or assigned.

Required Qualifications :

• High School diploma or GED plus four years' experience in transit or heavy vehicle maintenance plus two years of technical school; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a current Florida CDL permit/license, Class "B" with Passenger endorsement and Airbrakes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to bend, stoop, walk, stretch, kneel, and lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass DOT physical and drug screen.
• Ability to work in open bays, inside buses and outside in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work with commercial cleaners and toxic materials.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Ability to provide own tools.
• Employees must be able to communicate in English on the work site.
• Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with those encountered in the course of work using principles of excellent service.

Work Environment and Special Considerations:

• Employees in this position must comply with all requirements of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regarding the testing of safety sensitive employees. This position is considered safety-sensitive under FTA drug and alcohol regulations (49 CFR Part 655).

Why Work at LYNX?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being today and strengthen your financial security for tomorrow, including:

• Robust Retirement Package
• Defined contribution 401(a) plan with a 7% employer base contribution
• 100% employer match up to 3% of employee contributions into the 457 plan
• FREE employee?only medical insurance
• Company paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short-term disability insurance available
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Access to our on?site Employee Wellness Center
• FREE bus transportation for you, your spouse, and dependent children

LYNX fully commits itself to providing equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or disability.