Master Mechanic - Valley Transit - #1409244

Valley Transit


Date: 16 hours ago
City: Appleton, WI
Contract type: Full time
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Valley Transit is actively seeking customer-focused

individuals interested in a public transportation career. Master

Mechanics are responsible for basic repair and maintenance of Valley

Transit buses and related equipment. Work involves the repair and

replacement of engines, transmissions, electrical components, air

systems, etc., general servicing and preventative maintenance

procedures, emergency repair work and parts inventory and distribution.

Work is performed under moderate supervision of the Maintenance

Supervisor. The Ideal Candidate will have: o Excellent attendance and

reliability o Self-motivated o Ability to conduct oneself in a

Courteous, Professional, And Responsible Manner. ESSENTIAL JOB

FUNCTIONS: Inspects, services and repairs engines, transmissions,

electrical equipment and air systems such as brakes, compressors and

tires. Inspects, services and repairs axle and other supporting systems.

Performs body work. Performs preventative maintenance and general

servicing to vehicles including changing fluids, greasing, safety

checks, etc. Performs emergency road work to buses and related

equipment, replacing on the road vehicles when necessary. Road tests

vehicles to diagnose mechanical problems and evaluates service after

repairs. Answers radio calls. Maintains regular punctual and predictable

attendance, works overtime and extra hours as required. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Requires considerable experience in the

repair and maintenance of transit vehicles and training beyond the high

school level in mechanical/automotive maintenance or related field; or

any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the

following knowledge, abilities and skills: Thorough knowledge of the

theory and operation of diesel engines, mechanical electrical, hydraulic

and pneumatic systems on transit vehicles. Thorough knowledge of tools,

equipment, methods and practices used in the repair and maintenance of

transit vehicles. Thorough knowledge of transit operations. Knowledge of

the precautions necessary to work safely in all aspects of the job,

including in and around vehicular traffic. Ability to obtain and

maintain ASE Certifications in gas and diesel engines, drive trains,

brakes, suspension and steering, electrical systems and State of

Wisconsin AG-136 Freon Certification. Ability to drive a bus and operate

a variety of related repair and maintenance equipment. Ability to

understand and follow oral and/or written instructions. Ability to make

independent decisions and exercise sound judgment in stressful or

emergency situations. Ability to establish and maintain effective

working relationships with other employees. Ability to withstand adverse

weather conditions. Possess and maintain a valid Wisconsin Class B

Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) with the P endorsement and a Federal

Medical Card. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/appletonwi

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