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North County Transit District
Auto Technician II
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What they do
An Automotive Service Technician or Mechanic repairs and performs maintenance on cars and smaller trucks; may conduct auto inspections.
$56,118 / year median in California
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, t he primary responsibilities of the Auto Technician II are to provide journey-level main tenance work by diagno sing and conduct ing technical repairs on all revenue vehicles. Distinguishing Characteristics This position is distinguished by its moderate degree of independence on mechanical repairs. Auto Technician II performs a wide range of moderately to difficult tasks related to troubleshooting, preventive, and remedial maintenance of revenue vehicles and equipment. This position provides technical direction and assistance to lower-level staff; and performs related work as required . This is a bargained position represented by the Teamsters Local 542 Union. Per the union agreement, the starting salary rate will be $39.73/hour. Supervision Received and Exercised This position report s to the Maintenance Supervisor and occasionally receives general technical direction from Auto Technician III's. This position exercises no supervisory authority. This position is expected to participate in the sharing of expert maintenance knowledge . Working Conditions This position is required to work under varying climactic conditions including heat and cold due to the open garage doors. Most of the shift is spent standing and completing tasks requiring fine - motor skills. The remaining time may be spent bending, stooping, and crouching . Occasionally, you will be required to lift and move objects weighing up 50 pounds . This position will be required to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Essential Functions Duties may include, but are not limited to , the following: Performs basic diagnosis of malfunctions, determines the probable cause, and recommends necessary remedial action to the lead worker of supervisor for prioritization and assignment Repairs or removes and replaces and replaces dysfunctional components of major systems, including, but not limited to, engine, electrical, suspension, fueling, pneumatic and hydraulic systems Tune engines Performs regular preventive maintenance inspections of all vehicle systems, repairs minor problems on the spot and makes written reports to indicate more complex remedial action th a t is needed Performs acceptance testing and pre-service preparations to newly acquired vehicles Packs bearings, adjusts and relines brakes Repairs minor damage to interior or exterior of vehicles including, but not limited to, torn seats , broken windows and windshields, minor dents, and cosmetic paint damage Responds to road failure situations Renders remedial action to return bus to operating division Disassembles, cleans, inspects, and rebuilds engine systems and their mechanical and electrical components Experience/Education High school diploma or equivalent. Combination of at least two ( 2 ) years of apprentice level verifiable training and experience in automotive or bus mechanics, which may include college mechanics courses and/or a regional occupational program. Associate degree relevant to work with heavy equipment and /or alternative fuels is preferred . Two (2) years of experience working with automotive, bus, or heavy-duty mechanics at a transit agency is preferred. A combination of experience/skills and education to fulfill the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this position may be considered. Certificates/Licenses Three (3) preferred