Mechanic A

Transdev; Capitol Heights (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Paid sick leave

Medical after 90 days

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401k retirement plan

Company holidays

Job summary

Transdev in the United States is seeking a Mechanic A Technician to perform routine maintenance on equipment, run tests, and ensure systems meet specifications. You will inspect, repair, and calibrate vehicles and machinery, using a range of hand and power tools to diagnose malfunctions and keep fleets safe and reliable.

This full-time role requires strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to mentor less experienced technicians.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in vehicle and equipment service.
• Ability to diagnose and repair complex systems.
• Ability to teach Mechanic B and C when time permits.

Responsibilities

• Adjust and align brakes, wheels, and suspension systems.
• Inspect brakes, steering, wheel bearings and other critical components.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain pumps and compressors.

Skills

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Mentorship

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Valve-grinding machinery

Job description

Mechanic A Technician, performs routine maintenance on equipment and determines when and what kind of maintenance is needed. Conducts tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. Installs equipment, engines, hoses, batteries, tires, wheels/brakes, HVAC, wiring, etc., or programs to meet specifications. Watches gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure equipment is working properly. Service, repairs, adjusts, and tests machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical principles. Inspects equipment, structures, etc., of materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. Analyzes information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

CBA Position:

Position Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement: Starting Pay $41.76 - $44.06

Benefits include:

Vacation: Minimum of 5 days per year

Paid Sick Leave: 40 hours yearly full-time employees; medical, dental & vision after 90 calendar days of employment for full-time employees, life insurance, 401k retirement benefits, and company holidays.

DUTIES

• Adjustandrelinebrakes,alignwheels,tightenboltsandscrews,andreassembleequipment.
• Alignfrontendsandsuspensionsystems.
• Attachtestinstruments toequipmentandreaddialsandgauges inordertodiagnosemalfunctions.
• Disassembleandoverhaulinternalcombustionengines,pumps,generators,transmissions,clutches,and differential units.
• Examineandadjust protectiveguards,loosebolts,andspecifiedsafetydevices.
• Inspectbrakesystems,steeringmechanisms,wheelbearings,andotherimportantpartstoensurethattheyare in proper operating condition.
• Inspect,repair,andmaintainautomotiveandmechanicalequipmentandmachinerysuchaspumpsand compressors.
• Inspect,test,andlisten to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
• Operate valve-grinding machinery to grind and reset valves.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves.
• Repair and adjust seats, doors and windows, and install and repair accessories.
• Rewire ignition systems, lights and instrument panels.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformity to factory specifications.
• Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems.
• Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions to ensure that they are working properly.
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
• Other duties to ensure the safe operation and efficiency of the department.

REQUIREMENTS

Mechanic A

• 5+ years’ experience.
• Must be able to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair the most difficult of all vehicle and equipment service.
• Must be able to teach Mechanic B and C as time permits, more complex repair techniques.
• Must demonstrate superior mechanical skills and mentoring capabilities.
• Must be able to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair the most difficult of all vehicles and equipment in service.
• Must be able to teach Mechanic B and C as time permits, more complex repair techniques.
• Must demonstrate superior customer service skills and mentoring capabilities as well as perform other duties to ensure the safe operation and efficiency of the department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by the employee to successful perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can possibly be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 10% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities.
• 90% of work is accomplished outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions; most work is performed alone and in remote locations.
• Frequently stands and walks; ability to sit for up to three hours; walk for long distances on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to lift or handle material weighing up to 50 to 75 lbs. without assistance; ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch; and corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication.
• Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job.
• Exposure to considerable amount of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.
• Exposure to cleaning solutions, oils, and other liquids.
• Must be able to travel for company training, meetings or support missions.

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 contact [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 every day 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.

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.

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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 every day 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.

Job Category: Maintenance / Mechanics / Parts / Utility / Materials

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 8131

Pay Group: QQP

Cost Center: 781