Maintenance Technician – Vehicle Maintenance Position Available In Duval, Florida

Salary Confidential
Position range in Jacksonville, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $17.31•$30.14 Per hour Maintenance Technician•Vehicle Maintenance
JTA/JTM

Occupation:

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

Location:

Jacksonville, FL•32204
Positions available: 1
Job #: 12478748

Source:

Employ Florida

Posted:

3/31/2025

Updated:

3/31/2025

Expires:

5/30/2025

Web Site:

Employ Florida
Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. HS 36 Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. 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 s): Remove, repair and/or replace units on Authority’s vehicles in the shop, on the road, or other locations.
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and replace all types of components/units as required on transit vehicles and automotive equipment, including but not limited to: fuel pumps, air compressors, water pumps, oil coolers, air valves, fuel lines.
Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical units, including but not limited to diagnosing, removing and replacing electrical/electronic components and making wiring repairs.
Troubleshoot, with or without test equipment, various problems encountered with engines and other units affecting vehicle operation; operate jacks, hoists and service/towing equipment; operate a drill press, grinders, presses and similar shop equipment.
Perform battery maintenance checks and soldering, heating and acetylene cutting with Authority supplied equipment on Authority’s vehicles.
Remove and replace windows, framing and retainers as required on Authority vehicles.
Perform preventive maintenance inspections and minor repairs on vehicles; handle and complete records and paperwork required for work performed.
Communicate with co-workers, management and others in a courteous and professional manner.
Conform with and abide by all regulations, JTA policies, work procedures, and instructions.
Conform to all safety rules and wears/uses all appropriate safety equipment.
Perform 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:

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 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 of three 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:

2 to 4 years experience in mechanic industry; Possess any two of the below ASE or 2 professional mechanic certifications :

ASE H1-H8

any 2
ASE A1-A9 any 2
ASE T1-T9 any 2 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 Requirements:

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 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.
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