Diesel Mechanic Full Time

Southeast Area Transit District; Norwich (CT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A public transportation provider is seeking a full-time Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair vehicles including diesel buses and minibuses. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has solid experience in vehicle maintenance, and holds necessary certifications. Competitive compensation and excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vacation days

Sick days

Personal days

457(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Two years' experience as a diesel mechanic or comparable education/experience.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License required.
• Ability to obtain Forklift Certification and A/C 609 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs heavy-duty diesel buses and support vehicles.
• Inspects, diagnoses, and performs repairs on major components.
• Completes work orders and necessary documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Communication in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Personal hand tools

Electronic diagnostic tools

Job description

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The District is the region's public transportation provider with a strong public service and safety ethic. We are looking for an energetic, conscientious, and detail-oriented individual who enjoys making a difference, a quick learner who can take the initiative, and someone who enjoys being part of a small team that takes pride in their service to the community.

Job Description/Responsibilities

• Maintains SEAT's vehicles, including heavy-duty diesel buses and gasoline minibuses and support vehicles.
• Inspects, diagnoses, and performs repairs on major components.
• Makes road calls and test drives vehicles.
• Occasionally maintains and repairs shop tools, equipment, and facilities.
• Occasionally services and fuels vehicles.
• Completes work orders and other necessary documentation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two Years' experience as a diesel mechanic or any comparable combination of education/experience.
• Proficient in use of electronic diagnostic tools.
• Requires analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with ability to make independent decisions guided by a commitment to safety.
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) in English.
• Must provide his/her own personal hand tools.
• Ability to travel for training.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License
• Ability to obtain Forklift Certification.
• Ability to obtain A/C 609 Certification and/or appropriate ASE certifications.
  
  

We offer competitive compensation wage range $29.60 - $37.77 per hour depending on experience (bonus for appropriate ASE certifications) and excellent benefits including, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, vacation, sick, personal days, 457(b) and an EAP program.

Due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will contact only those candidates who most closely match our requirements. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

SEAT is an EEO/AA Employer

Please Send SEAT Application, Resume And Salary Requirement To

HR Manager

Mail: 21 Route 12, Preston CT 06365

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

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Preferred

Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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