Fleet Technician III

North County Transit - San Diego Railroad; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

North County Transit - San Diego Railroad is seeking an Auto Technician III under the Maintenance Supervisor to perform preventative maintenance, diagnosis, service and repair of steering, suspension, brakes, engines, transmissions, differentials, electrical, wheelchair lifts, and air conditioning systems.

This senior role emphasizes a high degree of independence on major mechanical repairs, complex troubleshooting, and mentoring of junior technicians; it is a bargained position represented by

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, diagnosis, service and repair of steering, suspension, brakes, engines, transmissions, differentials, electrical, wheelchair lifts and air conditioning systems.
• Mentor and provide technical direction and assistance to junior technicians.
• Assist in inventory control or other duties as necessary.

Job description

Description

DEFINITION

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the primary responsibilities of the Auto Technician III are to perform preventative maintenance, diagnosis, service and repair of steering, suspension, brakes, engines, transmissions, differentials, electrical, wheelchair lifts, and air conditioning systems.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This position is distinguished by its high degree of independence on major mechanical repairs. Auto Technician III performs complex troubleshooting, preventive, and remedial maintenance of revenue vehicles and equipment. Successful applicants must be able to safely, perform part analysis on damaged parts and assist in inventory control or other duties, as necessary. This position mentors and provides technical direction and assistance to junior technicians; and performs related work as required. This is a bargained position represented by the Teamsters Local 542 Union. Per the union agreement, the starting salary rate will be $44.30/hour

Supervision Received and Exercised

This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and will occasionally direct the work of other mechanics. This position is expected to participate in the sharing of expert maintenance knowledge.

Working Conditions

This position is required to work under varying climactic conditions including heat and cold due to the open garage doors. Most of the shift is spent standing and completing tasks requiring fine-grained motor