Description:

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for on-site leadership of vehicle and trailer mechanics. Perform major mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, maintains and installs component parts of vehicles Inspects and diagnoses problems on all assigned transit vehicles and equipment Services and/or repairs all vehicles Coordinates maintenance management scheduling, parts, etc. Performs preventative maintenance procedure inspections and repairs to vehicles as needed Performs upgrades and/or modifications on coach systems and equipment Performs road calls and on-the-road repairs as needed Coaches and mentor work of Mechanics Maintains a clean and well-organized work area Monitors parts inventory

Skills and Knowledge Required:

Good written and oral communication skills Broad understanding of all mechanical systems related to vehicles Ability to read, interpret and apply documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and other mechanical diagrams Ability to read and write routine reports, forms, and other documentation or correspondence Ability to organize and perform work efficiently, strong attention to details Ability to coach others and monitor their work for accuracy and completeness Travel requirement (as a percent): <5% for occasional on-the-road repairs

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent plus 3 or more years progressive experience in heavy equipment repair and maintenance of vehicles. Prefer one year experience in a leadership capacity. Prefer Appropriate Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications.