MECHANIC C

Los Angeles Metro; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles Metro is seeking a skilled heavy equipment and automotive mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on transit buses and related systems. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair engine, electrical, suspension, and hydraulic components, using computerized work orders to track defects and repairs.

Under supervision, you’ll assist other mechanics, operate tow equipment for on-site repairs, and ensure compliance with safety procedures and Cal/OSHA rules.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience as a heavy equipment or automotive mechanic.
• Ability to obtain a Class A-P permit or AP license.
• California Class C driver's license or ability to obtain prior to starting.
• ASE Transit Certifications desirable (H1-CNG, H3-Drive Train, H4-Brakes, H5-Suspension, H6-Electrical).

Responsibilities

• Moves parts and components with approved hoists, lifts and dollies to perform maintenance and repair.
• Removes, repairs, replaces and adjusts components of major bus and/or automotive systems.
• Performs remedial diagnostics and troubleshoot transit/bus and automotive systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and logs defects and repairs.
• Uses computerised systems to log work orders and report status.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Tool operation

English literacy

Education

2-year automotive program

ASE Transit Certifications desirable (H1-CNG, H3-Drive Train, H4-Brakes, H5-Suspension, H6-Electrical)

Job description

Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Description

Basic Function

Under close supervision, performs basic preventive and remedial diagnostics and troubleshooting, along with performing maintenance and repairs of transit and/or automotive vehicles, and assists other mechanics in more complex assignments; performs other related duties.

Examples of Duties

• Moves parts and components with approved hoists, lifts and dollies to perform maintenance and repair
• Removes, repairs, replaces and adjusts components of major bus and/or automotive systems, including, but not limited to, engine, electrical, suspension, fueling, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Performs remedial diagnostics and troubles‑shooting on transit related bus and or automotive systems
• Performs regular preventive maintenance inspections of bus and/or automotive systems, repairs minor problems, and completes written form documentation of defects repaired and or needing repair
• Uses computerised management systems to report to and from work, logon to work order assignments, and create work orders for repairs needed
• Performs brake relines to include lubricating bearings, checking and replacing worn components, installation of brake shoes and final adjustments of all wheel end components
• Repairs minor damage to interior and/or exterior of buses and/or other equipment including, but not limited to, torn seats, broken windows, door panels, and windshields, minor dents, and cosmetic paint damage
• Operates tow truck, responds to in‑service road failures, performs on‑site remedial repairs to return buses and/or automobiles to the operating division
• Assists higher level mechanics with more complex repairs
• Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years' experience as a heavy equipment or automotive mechanic; ORSuccessful completion of a 2-year, full-time training program in automotive technology or heavy duty truck maintenance and repair from an accredited trade or vocation school; OR1 year work full time vocational (30 semester units) and 1 year experience as a heavy equipment or automotive mechanic
• Must be able to obtain a Class A-P permit or AP drivers license
• Must have a valid California Class C driver's license or be able to obtain a California Class C driver's license prior to beginning employment with Metro
• Current and verifiable full ASE (H) Series Transit Certifications in H1-CNG, H3-Drive Train, H4-Brakes, H5-Suspension/Steering, H6-Electrical/Electronics is desirable

Essential Knowledge

Knowledge

• Methods, materials, equipment and safety procedures utilized in the maintenance of either or diesel or gasoline engines, electrical systems, fueling systems and other systems found in heavy equipment and other vehicles
• Shop math, vehicle operations and safety

Abilities

• Maintain and repair heavy mechanical and/or automotive equipment, safely operate a variety of hand tools and shop power equipment
• Learn other bus propulsion systems such as compressed natural gas engines (CNG) and Hybrid high voltage systems
• Safely operate buses, tow trucks, and other Metro vehicles
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 80 pounds
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Special Conditions

• Must provide tool storage unit and own tools of the trade as identied under Los Angeles Metro's Basic Tool List
• Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
• Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations

(AS)

Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program . Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.

Selection Procedure

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Telephone: [phone] or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.

• Open to the public and all Metro employees

This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.