PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs troubleshooting, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance work on various bus systems and components.
- Inspects, aligns, replaces, adjusts, and repairs various bus components and systems.
- Uses instruments and gauges, including computers, to test and determine causative factors of component or system malfunctions or failures.
- Performs various tasks in regards to the preventative maintenance of transit bus vehicles, systems, and components.
- Receives, records, and verifies work repair data, as required, into the MMIS.
- Prepares written reports, as required, and performs administrative functions relative to vehicle repair documentation.
- May perform vehicle servicing/cleanliness functions on revenue and non-revenue vehicles as required.
- Operates buses and other Authority vehicles in and around bus shop/garage areas and along public right-of-way.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of verifiable work experience in automotive, truck, or bus repair and maintenance, or applicable military experience, or a combination of education and experience relating to this position. Possession of a certificate/diploma in medium/heavy duty or diesel engine vehicle repair from an accredited trade/vocational school or college will count as verifiable experience.
- Required to submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transportation Administration.
- Required to have an acceptable driving record and a valid State of Illinois Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or a valid State of Illinois CDL permit with Knowledge and Air Brakes endorsements.
- Must pass a mechanics practical test that includes both a physical and a written performance test prior to hire.
- Must obtain forklift certification, as required by OSHA, through the CTA Bus Maintenance Training Department.
- EPA 608 Certification in refrigerant handling and recycling is a plus.
- ASE Transit Bus or Medium/Heavy Truck Certifications is a plus.
- Must be willing to accept the job related responsibility and accountability that this position requires.
Send resume to virizarry02@iwe.staugustine.edu to apply
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