Area III - Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II (Line Mechanic) - TBD

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the public transportation sector is hiring for a maintenance position at their AREA III bus maintenance shops across South Carolina. The role includes inspecting and maintaining vehicles, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must have mechanical experience, the ability to lift heavy objects, and a valid CDL. Join a committed team in keeping transportation services running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Two years of mechanical experience in automotive repair or a related field.
• Valid Class A or B CDL within 120 days of hire.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and move 125 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle problems.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Diagnosis and repair

Safety compliance

Parts inventory management

Operation of hydraulic and electronic equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hydraulic equipment

Electronic diagnostic equipment

Job description

Each position is located at one of the eleven (11) AREA III bus maintenance shops anddoes NOT floatbetween shops. In the supplemental questions, please indicate your preferred shop assignments.

Area III shops include:Abbeville, Anderson, Fairfield, Greenville, Greenwood, Johnston, Laurens, Newberry, Oconee, Pickens, and Taylors counties.

The person in this position will inspect and perform preventive maintenance on vehicles following the prescribed daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly maintenance policies, rules, and regulations. Report major preventive maintenance problems to Shop Foreman or Assistant Foreman immediately. Evaluate, diagnose, and repair routine maintenance failure problems and immediately report major problems to Shop Foreman or Assistant Foreman. Perform required maintenance checks and inspection of assigned state vehicles and maintain required fluid levels. As directed, respond to service calls to determine the severity of the problem. Make repairs to vehicles, or when needed, report to Supervisor for additional assistance. Inspect, diagnose, and repair (overhauls) vehicle components. Restore component parts to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements. Maintain assigned service truck parts inventory and other state equipment daily. Maintain accurate records in the use of parts and truck parts inventory according to state guidelines. Keep parts clean and organized, and equipment clean, organized, and in good operating condition. Perform job in compliance with Weather, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures using the available Personal Protection Equipment as required. Provide other services in support of the school bus maintenance shop or the Office of Transportation mission as instructed by the Foreman or Assistant Foreman.Work experience involving the independent performance of job duties directly related to the area of employment.Two (2) years of mechanical experience in automotive or related repair; or any combination of training and experience that would enable an applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Required to lift objects weighing 50 pounds and to move objects weighing 125 pounds 30 feet. Must be able to operate power, hydraulic and electronic equipment. Must possess or acquire within 120 calendar days a valid Class A or B CDL with Tank Vehicle, Passenger and Air Brake endorsements, Tanker Operation certification, and criminal background check. Successful candidates will be extended an offer of conditional probationary employment, at which time they will be required to submit to and pass a drug screening for illegal drugs and must pass the SDE/USDOT medical exam.Each position is located at one of the eleven (11) AREA III bus maintenance shops anddoes NOT floatbetween shops. In the supplemental questions, please indicate your preferred shop assignments.

AREA III: Abbeville, Anderson, Fairfield, Greenville, Greenwood, Johnston, Laurens, Newberry, Oconee, Pickens, and Taylors counties.

ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.

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