Maintenance Technician B Mechanic

Transit Authority Of Lexington-Faye; Lexington (KY); Vor Ort; USD 32.652 - 46.504; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Transit Authority Of Lexington-Faye is seeking a skilled individual for a full-time maintenance role in Lexington, KY. The successful candidate will operate shop equipment, perform repairs on buses including air brakes, and assist with maintenance tasks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, familiarity with air brakes, and the ability to read mechanical documents. Experience in heavy diesel maintenance is preferred. This role offers a chance to grow within the organization.

Qualifikationen

• Must have experience in heavy diesel maintenance (2 years preferred).
• Must obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License.
• Must pass physical and drug screen by the Department of Transportation.

Aufgaben

• Operate welders, bus lifts, and various types of shop equipment.
• Perform electrical repairs and troubleshoot using schematics.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections on equipment.

Kenntnisse

Familiarity with air brakes (S cam or similar)

Welding and bus lift operation

Ability to read blueprints and schematics

Ausbildung

High School diploma/equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Job Details

• Level: Experienced
• Job Location: Lextran - Lexington, KY 40508
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: High School
• Salary Range: $28.73 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: Negligible
• Job Shift: Swing
• Job Category: Transportation

Responsibilities

• Operates welders, bus lifts, and various types of shop equipment
• Must be familiar with S cam air brakes
• Assist an A‑Mechanic by providing the maintenance and service of heavy‑duty air conditioning systems
• Electrical repairs/troubleshooting utilizing bus schematics, wiring diagrams, and a variety of testing equipment
• Maintain and repair suspension, steering, and drive‑line components
• Preventative maintenance and inspections for all equipment such as engine tune‑ups, oil changes, tire rotation, wheel balancing, and replacing filters
• Support Maintenance Supervisors in responding to events such as ‘10‑31’ or Road Calls to ensure the fleet is ready for service
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Maintenance and Maintenance Supervisors
• Maintain effective communication with all staff to ensure continuity of care
• Assist with identifying areas for improvement and making constructive changes
• Understand all aspects of the company and keep abreast of changing policies and procedures
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director of Maintenance and Maintenance Supervisors

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be familiar with air brakes (S cam or similar)
• Familiar with operation of welders, bus lifts, and other shop equipment
• Ability to read, interpret safety documents, blueprints, schematics, and other mechanical diagrams

Education and Experience Requirements

• (2) years of heavy diesel maintenance experience is preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain a required Commercial Driver’s License (training is provided)
• Must pass United States Department of Transportation physical and drug screen
• High School diploma/equivalent or combination of education and experience
• After completing one year of continuous service with Lextran, obtaining a 609 AC certification and completing four ASE Transit certifications, B‑Mechanics are eligible to become an A‑Mechanic at the rate described in the current Labor Agreement

Physical Requirements

• Frequently exposed to overhead reaching, pushing/pulling, and gripping tools
• May be required to stoop, bend, kneel, or climb
• Occasionally lifts objects weighing 5–50 lbs. but not limited to 115 lbs.
• Frequently uses hands/fingers to manipulate parts and equipment by utilizing operating tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, and other tools to successfully perform essential job‑related tasks on a daily basis
• Frequently exposed to extreme heat and cold
• Must inspect buses by test‑driving them regularly
• Occasionally operates a sit‑down forklift
• Frequently exposed to fumes, odors, hazardous materials, dirt, and dust
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions