Bus Alignments Technician I – Fleet Maintenance

Regional Transit Service; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Discounts & More

Job summary

Regional Transit Service (RTS) is seeking a Technician I, Garage Days – Alignments to join our Fleet Maintenance team in Rochester. You will perform front-wheel alignments, inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on buses and fleet vehicles to keep service reliable. The role offers an hourly pay range starting at $33.17 with a top rate of $41.48 within three years, a 7:00 a.m.

– 3:30 p.m. schedule, and full union representation through ATU Local 282.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years in an accredited diesel mechanics program or comparable technical coursework.
• Equivalent verifiable work experience (two years of work experience may substitute for one year of education).
• Must provide own tools.
• Must obtain a New York State CDL Class B permit with passenger and air brake endorsements prior to employment.
• Must obtain a CDL Class B license within 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain a CDL Class A permit with towing endorsement (may be obtained after hire).
• Must obtain a CDL Class A license within 90 days of receiving the permit.
• Must successfully complete a post-offer physical examination.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English for safety, communication, and use of technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform front-wheel alignments on articulated buses, 40-foot buses, and non-revenue vehicles.
• Maintain, repair, and overhaul RTS buses and fleet vehicles.
• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance.
• Replace, adjust, and repair mechanical components.
• Complete required test drives following repairs.
• Operate diagnostic software and equipment, including Cummins InSite and Allison diagnostic systems.
• Perform welding, brazing, and cutting torch work as required.
• Operate tow trucks and respond to road calls when assigned.
• Perform articulated bus repairs and overhauls.
• Complete ramp and battery preventive maintenance inspections and repairs.
• Report safety concerns, equipment defects, and maintenance issues to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

English literacy

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Diesel mechanics program

Job description

Regional Transit Service (RTS) is seeking a Technician I, Garage Days – Alignments to join our Fleet Maintenance team in Rochester. You will perform front-wheel alignments, inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on buses and fleet vehicles to keep service reliable. The role offers an hourly pay range starting at $33.17 with a top rate of $41.48 within three years, a 7:00 a.m.

– 3:30 p.m. schedule, and full union representation through ATU Local 282.