Bus Maintenance Mechanics

Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional transit authority in Buffalo is seeking a skilled Garage Mechanic to inspect and repair buses. The candidate must possess a valid New York Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Key responsibilities include vehicle inspection, diagnosis of defects, and performing repairs with minimal supervision. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work effectively within a team. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid New York Driver’s License and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-BP).
• Ability to perform physical tasks as required, including lifting and carrying heavy materials.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles and diagnose defects.
• Plan and perform repairs with minimal supervision.
• Communicate effectively with staff and maintain PPE.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of vehicle maintenance

Ability to use hand tools

Problem-solving abilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Various hand tools

Job description

WORK OBJECTIVE:

This job involves work performed in the bus garages. To be an eligible candidate for the position, persons will be required to pass the Advanced Comprehensive Skills Test in the following Garage Mechanic areas: Measurement & Hand Tools, General Mechanical, Power Transmissions/Gear Trains, Fluid Power/Hydraulics, Compressors (Air & AC) and Heat Exchangers, Vehicle Components, Vehicle Engines, Basic Electrical, Burning, Cutting & Welding.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Inspection of vehicles, discovery and diagnosis of defects and unsafe conditions of buses, and of planning and performing repairs, additions, replacements and adjustments with a minimum of supervision. Exercises sound judgment of assigned duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Must develop knowledge of company policies pertaining to the work involved. Must take instructions and assignments to qualify for work in other classifications. Must be able to perform any and all work of subordinate or comparable classifications and perform all duties with a speed and accuracy satisfactory to supervisory authorities. Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; must be able to maintain effective working relationships with other employees. Must be able to wear and utilize all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Tasks involve the intermittent performance of physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of bending, squatting, reaching, kneeling, climbing (ladders), twisting, rotating and/or crawling (under bus). May also involve lifting (10-80+ pounds), carrying (10-60 pounds), pushing and/or pulling (5-15 pounds) materials and/or equipment. Job involves standing one hour at a time for four hours per day, sitting for two hours per day and walking one hour at a time for two hours per day.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

80% of time is spent inside, 20% of time is spent outside, exposing employee to natural environmental conditions. Work exposes employees to fumes, dust, gases, odors and mist. Employee is also exposed to noise, vibration, hazards (slip and fall, chemicals) and motorized vehicles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid New York Driver’s License with the ability to obtain and maintain a valid New York State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-BP) and then obtain & maintain CDL A with towing endorsement. CDL may be obtained on the job/after hire with NFTA guidance and training.

NOTE:

TO APPLY: Send NFTA employment application (on NFTA jobs page) specifying MECHANICS to: NFTA Human Resources 181 Ellicott Street Buffalo, NY 14203 Or email: [e-mail] For more information please visit nfta.com/careers

OTHER:

The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply