Mechanic

at  Santa Barbara Metro Transit District

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• Hourly range at $34.73-$36.83 per hour
• Night premium of $1.25 per hour after 6:00pm
• Annual $1,100.00 tool allowance
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance/family coverage
• Employer-funded pension
• Optional 457(b) supplemental retirement
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
  Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) K-4 driving print out is required to be submitted for consideration.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under general supervision, performs complete mechanical repairs, maintenance, installation of equipment and servicing district buses and automobiles maintained by the district.

Mechanic is classified as a safety sensitive position and is subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing, under the Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Transportation Administrative (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot engine in the fleet with updated equipment and data information systems available.
• Proficiently remove and install engines, transmissions, rear axle units and all auxiliary units, including windows.
• Diagnose and repair braking, steering mechanism, axle units, wheelchair lifts, hydraulic, heating, electrical, chassis, and suspension components.
• Comprehend procedures, read electrical schematics, repair faults, cell and battery diagnostics and replacements.
• Perform field or shop inspections of buses or district vehicles to determine repair needs/or estimate costs of repairs.
• Conducts repairs of disabled buses or vehicles in the field, if and when possible.
• Performs other related duties as needed or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following are the minimum qualifications, which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this position:

• Combination of education, training and experience equivalent to the completion of High School; High School Diploma or GED.
• Course work in auto, truck and/or fleet mechanics. 3 recent years of experience as a mechanic in automotive; preferably in heavy equipment and fleet repair.
• Knowledge of method, practices, materials and tools used in repair and maintenance of automotive and fleet equipment
• Knowledge of various types of diesel powered and gasoline powered automotive drive trains.
• Principals and techniques servicing air brakes, vehicular hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Operate and test repair equipment.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical principles and practices of automotive repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Operate desktop computer to obtain information on available parts and other work related information.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner with fellow co-workers and the general public.
• Abide by all rules and regulations outlined in employee handbook.
• Valid Class B Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement or the ability to obtain one is required.

• Combination of education, training and experience equivalent to the completion of High School; High School Diploma or GED.
• Course work in auto, truck and/or fleet mechanics. 3 recent years of experience as a mechanic in automotive; preferably in heavy equipment and fleet repair.
• Knowledge of method, practices, materials and tools used in repair and maintenance of automotive and fleet equipment
• Knowledge of various types of diesel powered and gasoline powered automotive drive trains.
• Principals and techniques servicing air brakes, vehicular hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Operate and test repair equipment.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical principles and practices of automotive repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Operate desktop computer to obtain information on available parts and other work related information.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner with fellow co-workers and the general public.
• Abide by all rules and regulations outlined in employee handbook.
• Valid Class B Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement or the ability to obtain one is required