Mechanic

Sun Shuttle & Transit; Fillmore (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Shuttle & Transit seeks an experienced fleet mechanic to keep our buses safe and on schedule in Fillmore, CA. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain our shuttle fleet, performing inspections and routine servicing to ensure reliability.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and ASE certifications preferred, with hands-on experience repairing buses and medium-duty trucks. Valid driver's license required; willingness to obtain ASE certifications after hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years documented experience repairing and servicing buses or medium duty trucks.
• Proficient understanding of bus repair and related systems.
• Ability to overhaul gasoline engines.
• Knowledge of RMV bus safety inspection procedures.
• A valid unrestricted Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, remove, and assemble body and chassis components; inspect, rebuild, and reassemble parts.
• Diagnose potential malfunctions using diagnostic equipment to determine repairs.
• Inspect, clean, adjust, tighten, and repair minor items like lights and lenses.
• Repair springs, shocks, and related suspension components.
• Replace and repair brakes, steering, electrical, air conditioning, and heat systems.
• Replace or repair minor body parts and floors.
• Service buses for maintenance and safety checks.
• Perform daily vehicle inspection-related repairs in a timely fashion.
• Tire work including changing, balancing; minor electrical repairs.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and safety concerns outside regular hours.
• Service buses and equipment to ensure operability of routes.
• Train mechanic helpers on proper repair and safety methods.
• Transport tools and supplies as needed to job sites.
• Coordinate with shop records clerk on warranty/recall service.
• Inspect and repair vehicles before audit inspections.
• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies.
• Perform other duties as determined by Operations Manager.

Skills

Bus maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Engine overhaul

Brakes repair

Electrical repair

Vehicle inspection

Education

High school diploma

ASE certifications preferred

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

• Location 801 5th Street,Fillmore, CA, 93015,United States
• Base Pay $35.00 - $40.00 / Hour
• Job Category Mechanic, Fleet Mechanic
• Industry Automotive Repair, Fleet maintenance
• Employee Type Non Exempt FT
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

At Sun Shuttle & Transit, we keep our community moving with dependable shuttle service.

We're seeking an experienced mechanic to join our team and help maintain the fleet that our riders count on every day.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above-listed duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/ or responsibilities required.

ASE certifications preferred but will consider experience in lieu of certifications. Upon hiring, individual will be required to acquire ASE certifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. 1. Minimum 3 years documented experience repairing and servicing buses or medium dutytrucks.
2. 2. Demonstrated success in performing a wide variety of tasks requiring a proficient understanding ofbus repair.
3. 3. Ability to overhaul gasoline engines.
4. 4. Knowledge of Registry of Motor Vehicles bus safety inspection procedures.
5. 5. A valid unrestricted Driver License.

Summary

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. 1. Diagnose, remove, and assemble body and chassis components from any vehicle; clean, inspect,rebuild, and assemble new or original parts; reinstall components and make necessary adjustments.
2. 2. Diagnose potential vehicle malfunctions (e.g. using computer diagnostic equipment) for the purposeof determining needed repairs and/or replacement.
3. 3. Inspect, clean, adjust, tighten, and / or repair minor items such as lights, bulbs, lenses, reflectors.
4. 4. Repair items such as springs, shocks, and leaf springs.
5. 6. Replace and repair brakes, steering repairs, electrical repairs, air conditioning, and heat repairs.
6. 7. Replace or repair minor body parts, floors, fenders, and dents.
7. 8. Service buses for maintenance.
8. 9. Perform minor repairs as requested on daily vehicle inspection reports in a timely fashion.
9. 10. Tire repairs; lube oil and filter changes; minor electrical repairs (bulbs, flashers, fuses); mirrorreplacement; minor road service; service fuels and fluids.
10. 11. Performs tire work (e.g. changing, balancing) for the purpose of ensuring all buses and equipmentare operating on safe tires.
11. 12. Responds to emergency situations during and outside regular work hours for the purpose ofresolving immediate safety concerns, including emergency breakdowns and service.
12. 13. Service buses and transportation equipment for the purpose of ensuring a qualified person is able torun the bus on the route.
13. 14. Train mechanic helpers for the purpose of helping them learn the correct and safe way to repair andmaintain vehicles.
14. 15. Transport various items (e.g., tools, equipment, supplies) for the purpose of ensuring the availabilityof materials required at the job site.
15. 16. Coordinates with Shop records Clerk on warranty and recall service.
16. 17. Inspect and repair vehicles prior to Audit inspections.
17. 18. Maintain inventory of parts and supplies.
18. 19. Perform other duties as determined by the Operations Manager.

The job descriptions are intended to be an outline and summary of the duties to be performed by personnel. In each instance, it is expected that employees will perform whatever duties are necessary to carry out Sun Shuttle & Transit functions.