Light Duty Technician

Transdev; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation: 2 weeks

Sick days: accrued

Holidays: 11 paid days

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental and vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

ASE testing

Job summary

Transdev is seeking a Light Duty Technician in Capitol Heights, MD to diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines across our fleet, ensuring safety and reliability for customers. You’ll perform light to moderate maintenance with supervision, keeping accurate records and supporting road calls as needed.

The role features competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for ASE testing and training. A valid driver’s license and solid mechanical aptitude are required.

Qualifications

• 2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred) or equivalent education and experience.
• Adhere to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Intermediate problem-solving ability.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Comfortable using hand tools.
• Strong customer service skills and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Maintain an organized shop and clean work environment.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers.
• Possess adequate mechanic tool inventory to complete all assigned duties and maintain tools in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs under moderate supervision including brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
• Maintain records of all maintenance work and parts used; ensure work orders are accurate and parts are ordered from designated suppliers.
• Assist with preventive maintenance (PMs) and safety/annual inspections at prescribed intervals.
• Remove and replace engine, transmission and differential assemblies under supervision.
• Diagnose and perform vehicle and equipment repairs under moderate supervision.
• Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective actions.
• Evaluate completed work prior to release and seek approval when required.
• Assist with road calls and emergency services as necessary.
• Adhere to Transdev standards, policies and procedures.

Skills

Intermediate mechanical aptitude

Automotive or diesel repair experience

Valid driver’s license

Intermediate computer skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work independently

Maintains organized shop

Job description

Light Duty Technician

Transdev in Capitol Heights, Maryland is seeking a Light Duty Technician to bolster our team. This role demands expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines across various vehicles and equipment. As a Light Duty Technician, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our vehicles.

Transdev is proud to offer:

Competitive compensation package of $27.00 -$33.75/hour

Benefits include:

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks




• Sick days: Accrued sick leave based on 1 hour per worked 43 hours-5 days maximum




• Holidays: 11 paid days




• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.




• Company paid ASE testing, training materials.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers by performing limited repairs with moderate supervision on basic and advanced maintenance such as replacement of light bulbs, fuses, lenses, wiper blades, belts, hoses, batteries, check fluid levels, change fluids and filters and lubricate components.

• Perform mechanical repairs under moderate supervision including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.




• Maintain records of all maintenance work completed on vehicles including parts and supplies used. Ensure that work orders are completed properly and accurately. Maintain parts usage records and order repair parts from designated suppliers




• Assist Tech III with preventative maintenance (PM’s), safety maintenance inspections and annual maintenance inspections at prescribed intervals of time and usage




• Remove and replace engine, transmission and differential assemblies with Maintenance Technician III supervision.




• Diagnoses and performs accurately all phases of vehicle and equipment repair under moderate supervision.




• Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken




• Evaluates completed work prior to release and seeks approval where required




• Assist with road calls and emergency services as necessary




• Adhere to Transdev standards, policies and procedures




• Moves vehicles safely between job and work area




• Repair and maintain all shop equipment




• Cleans vehicles as requested or required




• Other responsibility as requested or required

Qualifications :

• Intermediate mechanical aptitude and 2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred) or equivalent education and experience




• Adhere to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards




• Valid driver’s license




• Intermediate problem-solving ability




• Intermediate computer skills




• Comfortable using hand tools




• Strong customer service skills and communication skills




• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team




• Maintain an organized shop and clean work environment




• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job




• Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers




• Possess adequate mechanic tool inventory to complete all assigned duties and maintained in a clean and safe manner

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of this position require the ability to:

• Maintenance Shop environment with dust, dirt and grease conditions




• Ability to work under all weather conditions




• Ability to lift, pull or push a minimum of 50 pounds.




• Ability to work in a crouched position or on back, lying on mechanic’s creeper, beneath motor vehicle equipment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please [e-mail]

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).




• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

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Job Category:

Maintenance

Job Type:

Full Time

Req ID:

8951

Pay Group:

1ET

Cost Center:

49020

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move everyday thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.