Bus Electronic Technician

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Inc; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT INC is seeking a skilled electronic maintenance technician to inspect, repair and diagnose onboard electronic systems on revenue vehicles in Dallas, TX. This role requires reading schematics, using test instruments and maintaining safe work conditions.

Eligible candidates will have an Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent, plus a CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement and completion of a DOT physical. Good communication and PC skills are important.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent tech certification.
• Must pass a technical test.
• Must possess Texas CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on complex vehicle electronic systems.
• Troubleshoot to board or component level.
• Maintain and calibrate bus vehicle systems and subsystems.
• Conduct diagnostic tests with on-board equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

PC proficiency

Customer service

Reading technical manuals

Problem solving

Education

Associates degree in Electronics Technology

Certification from accredited technical program

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Access)

Test instruments and equipment for electronics testing

Job description

Pay Range: $33.41 - $38.18 Pay Per Hour: $33.41

Supervisory Organization: Mgr Fleet Services-ED

Country: United States of America

Address: 4209 MAIN ST

City: DALLAS, TX 75203

FLSA: Non - Exempt Professionals: 03 - Technician (EEO-4-United States of America), 3A - Technicians (EEO-SubCategory)

General Summary: Under general supervision, performs skilled preventive and corrective maintenance, inspection, repairs and diagnostic work on electronic fare collection equipment, electronic destination signs, video surveillance systems, automatic passenger counters, radio system, and various other on-board electronic equipment. May perform additional mechanical related maintenance and repair duties as required or assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs preventive maintenance, monitoring, troubleshoots, tests, repairs and maintains complex vehicle electronic systems on revenue vehicles.
• Must be able to troubleshoot to board or component level.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, test, repair, install and calibrate bus vehicle systems and subsystems.
• Uses test instruments and equipment for installing, servicing and pre-testing electronic equipment
• Conducts diagnostic tests on systems and components with portable and on-board test equipment.
• Interprets current and voltage waveform and graphs; uses drawings and schematics.
• Interprets circuit configurations and integrated circuit flow diagrams to develop and implement effective solutions for operational faults of vehicle systems and components.
• Responsible for written communication concerning on-going status of repairs completed or in progress, and any outstanding repairs.
• Responsible for maintaining all work areas in a safe and clean condition.
• Perform variety of repairs to power plants, air conditioning and heating systems, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and minor body repairs as assigned.
• Make road/service calls as required; operate DART vehicles if necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Note: An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.
• Associates degree from an accredited college or university or certification from an accredited technical program in Electronics Technology, Mechanical Technology, or equivalent combination of education/experience in preventative and corrective maintenance on electronics.
• Must pass a technical test.
• Must have a valid Texas Commercial Drivers License (CDL) class B with Passenger Endorsement, no DWI/DUI conviction within the last sixty (60) consecutive months, not more than one (1) DWI/DUI on driving record, and not more than two (2) convictions of moving violations within the last thirty six (36) consecutive months on driving record in order to operate DART vehicles.
• Applicants/employees must pass and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical (medical) examination including pre-employment drug test and must submit to Federal Transportation Administration-required random drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in compliance with all state and federal regulations applicable to this position.
• Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all level of supervisory and non-supervisory employees and others inside of DART.
• Proficiency with personal computer (PC), software applications to include MS Office (Word, Excel, Access).
• Ability to promote a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Ability to have the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
• Ability to make decisions in the absence of guidance from others, and to plan and carry out work assignments in situations where the procedures have been established.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and be able to interact effectively with a diverse customer population while under pressure.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must be able to orally communicate in an effective manner with the public, co-workers, supervisors and managers to ensure efficient operations; to promote safety; and to respond to emergencies.
• Must also be able to read and comprehend a variety of work related/required technical manuals, safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to find solutions to mechanical and technical problems.
• Ability to work variable shifts, irregular hours, nights, holidays, weekends, and short notice availability.
• May be required to travel to multiple work locations.
• Ability to be mobile and occasionally 70% - 80% of the work time.
• Lift objects weighing up to seventy - (70) pounds such as tools, equipment and parts.
• Must be able to work in crowded and tight spaces.
• Ability to use standard devices weighing up to 50lbs such as hand tools, portable shop test equipment for testing and other required equipment in order to perform your job functions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in an environment where there is exposure to dust, noise, or temperature. May be exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals, assuming incumbent is observing all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and using all protective clothing and devices provided. Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.

DART is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in the workplace.

M/F/D/V Open until qualified applicants are identified.