Fleet Services Technician

Theuniversityunion; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union affiliation

Career progression within Union

Job summary

Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority is seeking a Fleet Services Technician to maintain and repair light and heavy transit equipment. The role requires a high school diploma or GED with relevant repair experience, and the ability to obtain a Michigan CDL Class B with a passenger endorsement within six months.

Typical shifts depend on union seniority, with evening and weekend work likely. The position is fully unionized under TWU Local 171 and offers a hands-on environment with extensive

Qualifications

• HD: Graduation from high school or GED with two years' experience in repair of motor coaches or automotive equipment.
• Minimum one year experience as automotive/diesel maintenance technician with formal training in auto/diesel repair.
• Must be able to obtain Michigan CDL Class B with passenger endorsement within six months.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repair of light and heavy transit equipment under supervision.
• Assist in rebuilding vehicles and accessories including fare meters, interiors, electronics and hydraulics.
• Plan and organize daily maintenance activities with team members and supervision.
• Enter and analyze maintenance data in the maintenance information system.
• Read shop manuals and electrical schematics to diagnose and repair defects.

Skills

Welding

Diagnostics

English

Leadership

Math

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Base Pay $38.50 - $38.50 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Union Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school

Description The following FULL-TIME position posting will be open until Friday, October 2, 2026:

Pay Rate: $38.50/hour

PLUS up to an additional $3.20 per hour for specific ASE Certifications

ASE Certification is NOT a requirement of employment

Prior Experience with Motor Coaches is NOT required

Shifts are determined based on union seniority; evening and weekend work is likely

Employees in this job classification are members of the Transport Workers Union Local 171

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

Under general supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair of light and heavy transit equipment. Assists other Fleet Services Technicians as requested or directed.

JOB DUTIES

• Verbally and/or in writing communicates with all team members and supervisors on a daily basis to ensure maximum coordination of work efforts.
• Under general supervision, performs routine maintenance and repair of all systems and components (excluding major diesel engine repair, gasoline engine tune-up, electronic fuel injection, and Allison Transmission repair).
• Assists in rebuilding (including painting as required) all vehicles and accessories including fare meters, upholstered interiors, seats, glass installation, electronics, hydraulics, electrical systems, air conditioning systems, transmissions, and engines.
• Plans and organizes daily maintenance activities in conjunction with other maintenance team members and supervision.
• Examines equipment in the field as well as in the shop and makes temporary or emergency field repairs as may be required.
• Assists in the preparation of specifications for vehicles and machines used in their repair and maintenance.
• Prepares and maintains work orders, parts requisitions, and man-hour reports.
• Reads, understands, and uses shop manuals, CD-ROM based diagnostic applications, diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Utilizes tools and machines to diagnose and repair all vehicle defects. Troubleshoots systems to diagnose problem areas.
• Utilizes care in handling occupational hazards and chemicals used in the trade.
• Inspect mechanical work performed by others to assist in diagnosis and repairs.
• Retrieve and/or enter, analyze and/or use maintenance data from an automated Maintenance Management Information System.
• Performs major diesel engine repair, gasoline engine tune up, electronic fuel injection, and Allison Transmission repair.
• Works cooperatively with Parts and Stores personnel to retrieve, return, utilize, order, and otherwise maintain adequate stocks of parts and supplies.
• Responsible for cleanliness and safety of work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and two years' experience in the repair of motor coaches or automotive equipment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge, skill and ability may be considered. Some specialized training in various disciplines such as hydraulics, electronics, air conditioning, etc.
• Minimum one (1) year experience as an automotive and diesel maintenance technician with at least one year's formal training in auto and/or diesel repair.
• Working knowledge of automotive, gas, and diesel equipment and systems.
• Working knowledge of diagnosis and troubleshooting of maintenance systems.
• Experience and skill in the repair, rebuilding and maintenance of the following: gasoline and diesel engines, automatic transmissions, air and hydraulic brakes, steering and suspension systems, rear axle and driveline, electrical systems and components, and heating/air conditioning systems.
• Must have the necessary tools associated with the work assigned to the position.
• Internal and external certification exams must be passed successfully within 6 months of employment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Able to weld and cut with a torch.
• Able to operate machines such as a brake drum lathe and a valve re-facer. Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Memorizing and attending to detail.
• Reading and interpreting technical documents and instruments.
• Demonstrating good command of the English language.
• Skill to manage, lead, train, coordinate and motivate.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Perform simple and intermediate math calculations
• Interacting with a wide variety of personalities.
• Working under frequent periods of stress.
• Organizing daily work activities to achieve goals.
• Working under frequent periods of stress.
• Breaking down complex jobs into workable tasks.
• Ability to follow oral and written direction.
• Some mechanical aptitude.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Must have ability to obtain a valid Michigan Commercial Driver's License Class B license with a passenger endorsement within six (6) months of hire, in order to operate all AAATA vehicles.
• Employees must pass AAATA-specific preventative maintenance written exam and practical skills test and EPA 609 test within six (6) months of acquiring the position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Constant periods of hearing, near and far acuity, depth perception and accommodation.
• Some periods of sitting.
• Frequent periods of standing and walking, climbing ladders, stooping, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS

• Occasional exposure to noise, fumes, smoke, chemicals, fuels, cleaners, lubricants, steam, water, heat, and cold. Heavy-duty vehicle repair facility environment.

ORGANIZATIONAL PRINCIPLES AND VALUES

• Respect:Treating one another with dignity
• Compassion:Understanding, sharing in and being sensitive to the situations of others
• Integrity:Having a moral or ethical conviction to always do what is right.
• Teamwork:collaborating for a greater good.
• Safety:keeping yourself and others away from harm
• Excellence:continuously renewing our commitment to perform well beyond set standards and expectations

Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Summary

Come work for TheRide! We are actively seeking a Fleet Services Technician who will perform skilled maintenance and repair of light and heavy transit equipment to help drive TheRide into the future!