Mechanic D

Golden Empire Transit District; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Empire Transit District is seeking a Mechanic D to repair and maintain gasoline, CNG, hydrogen fuel cell, and battery-electric buses and related equipment in accordance with district procedures. Expect to work under the Maintenance Manager with no direct supervision, ensuring safety and reliability of the fleet.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid California Driver’s License with a clean record and at least three years of driving experience; prior bus/mechanic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid California Driver’s License with acceptable driving record and three years of driving experience.
• Prior auto/bus vehicle mechanic work is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain CNG, Hydrogen fuel cell, and gasoline powered buses and other assigned transportation equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and simple heavy duty mechanical work.
• Inspect shop equipment and report unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
• Maintain and record vehicle maintenance electronically and communicate with drivers and dispatchers to support bus operations.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Teamwork

Public Service Ethic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Provides semi-skilled labor to repair and maintain gasoline, compressed natural gas, hydrogen fuel cell, battery electric buses, paratransit vehicles and other motorized equipment in compliance with established procedures and maintenance standards to ensure the safety and reliability of the District’s fleet vehicles.

Provides semi-skilled labor to repair and maintain gasoline, compressed natural gas, hydrogen fuel cell, battery electric buses, paratransit vehicles and other motorized equipment in compliance with established procedures and maintenance standards to ensure the safety and reliability of the District’s fleet vehicles.

Class Characteristics

This is a journey-level classification requiring the successful performance of the majority of assigned job tasks independently and consistent with established work standards and District protocols.

Supervision Received And Exercised

This classification reports to the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Supervisors. This classification does not supervise.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Technical Expertise in Functional Area: Fundamental knowledge of varied mechanical systems related to large and small bus vehicles and other related equipment utilized in transit operations and maintenance.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work collaboratively alongside other Department/District team members, Supervisors, Managers and others contacted in the course and scope of work.
• Ethical Public Service: Embody and uphold ethical work standards, adherence to workplace policies and regulatory compliance requirements, demonstrate commitment to successful daily work performance ensuring the public’s trust.

Examples of Duties

• Repair and maintain CNG, Hydrogen fuel cell, and gasoline powered buses and other assigned transportation equipment
• Steam clean equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance
• Assist in the repair of equipment
• Mount and dismount tires
• Adjust brakes
• Install batteries, tires, and wiring
• Grease and service equipment
• Change oil and oil filters
• Fuel buses and vehicles.
• Service and perform simple heavy duty mechanical work
• Start-up buses daily to ensure good running condition prior to vehicle placement into service.
• Troubleshoot and repair vehicle systems using various diagnostic equipment in accordance with all OEM and regulatory requirements.
• Comply with the Agency Safety Plan (ASP) regarding maintenance operations requirements, including compliance with CalOSHA, and other regulatory requirements related to assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Report unsafe conditions to management regarding workplace safety compliance.
• Correctly complete required documents related to equipment repairs, parts requisitions and other pertinent maintenance forms and required department records.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, dispatchers and other personnel to promote safe and efficient handling of service calls, vehicle breakdowns and bus exchanges as needed to support bus operations.
• Handle radio communications and coordinate road calls, when required/as needed.
• Keep shop and work areas clean.
• Pick up parts and materials from vendors.
• Inspect shop equipment and report all unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
• Maintain assigned Maintenance shop equipment.
• Report to work based upon assigned shifts which may include early morning, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities is as follows:

Education, Training, And/Or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent to graduation from high school (GED).
• Possess a valid California Driver’s License with driving record acceptable to the District, along with three (3) years of driving experience.
• Prior experience performing auto/bus vehicle mechanic work is highly desirable.

Licenses And/Or Certificates

Incumbents are required to obtain and/or maintain (renew) the required licensure and/or certification as a minimum requirement to perform the work of Mechanic D.

• TIA Tire Certification
• CNG Tank Certification
• Type II Refrigeration License
• Forklift Operators Permit

ASE Certifications

Incumbents are required to obtain within three (3) years of appointment, and must maintain (renew) the required ASE certifications as a minimum requirement to perform the work of Mechanic D.

• ASE H-4 Transit Bus Air Brake Certification
• ASE H-8 Preventative Maintenance and Inspection Certification

Requisite Abilities

• Ability to obtain California Commercial Class “B” Driver’s license with air brake and passenger endorsements within 6 months of position appointment.
• Ability to provide own hand tools and storage cabinet.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a certificate to operate a forklift.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CNG / Hydrogen Tank Inspection Certification.
• Ability obtain and maintain a T.I.A. Commercial Tire Certification.
• Must possess and maintain an ASE Transit Bus Air Brake (H4) and Preventative Maintenance (H8) Transit Bus certifications.
• Requisite reading, mathematical, comprehension and written language skills in order to perform the essential requirements of the job.
• Adequate computer skills and ability to accurately record vehicle maintenance records electronically.
• Ability to follow instructions from Supervision and comprehend written procedures to complete work tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of determination and commitment to personal and professional development and learning.
• Ability to learn effective use of vehicle diagnostic software applications. Ability to demonstrate a high degree of determination and commitment to personal and professional development and learning.
• Principles of the mechanics of internal combustion engines
• Methods, tools, equipment, and materials used in the repair and maintenance of motorized equipment
• Safe driving practices
• Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work
• The use of shop equipment and tools to make necessary repairs.

RECLASSIFICATION TO MECHANIC C

Qualifications

At the discretion of the department head, Mechanic D incumbents may be eligible for re-classification to Mechanic C contingent upon meeting the licensing, certification and experience required of the department. Mechanic D incumbents may be recommended for reclassification upon meeting the reclassification qualifications of the Mechanic C classification by providing proof of acquiring the professional designations/certificates. The minimum requirements for reclassification consideration, subject to performance review, recommendation and approval of the department director and the CEO, includes the following:

• ASE Certification H1- Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Engines
• ASE Certification H3 – Drive Train
• ASE Certification H5 – Suspension & Steering
• ASE Certification H6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems
• ASE Certification H7 – Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Essential Physical Tasks & Environmental Conditions

Exposure to extreme heat, 100°+, for up to 10 hours duration when performing repair work in summer weather. (District requires that employees wear appropriate light clothing and drink liquids to prevent dehydration). (O)Exposure to extreme temperature swings, 70°-110°, for up to 4 hours duration, when leaving air-conditioned office to work outside in summer heat. (District advises that employees drink liquids to prevent dehydration). (O)Exposure to extreme noise, up to 90 decibels, when using steam cleaning equipment, blowers and etc. (District requires that employees wear protective ear devices and obey all safety rules). (F) Work outdoors to perform cleaning duties on shelters, benches, bus terminals and etc. (F) Work indoors to clean offices. (O) Exposure to health hazards when cleaning public facilities and street furniture. (District requires that employees use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing job duties.(F) (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom
Exposure to explosions when fueling equipment. Risk involves the possibility of being burned. (District requires proper ventilation to dispenser fumes and strict adherence to all safety rules). (S) Exposure to fumes, unpleasant odors, and potentially health hazards when using cleaning chemicals. Risk of throat or lung irritation and/or loss of consciousness. (District requires proper ventilation, the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to all required and recommended safety rules). (F) Exposure to dust when performing grounds maintenance. Risk of respiratory discomfort. (District requires the use of a facemask). Exposure to chemical hazards when working with cleaning products. (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom
Risk of eye or skin irritation. (District requires use of rubber gloves, safety glasses and conformance to hazardous waste/MSDS requirements). (F) Exposure to extreme cold, 30°, for up to 4 hours duration, to clean shelters and benches, empty trash cans, etc. (District advises employees to wear clothing suitable for weather conditions). (O) Sit to perform record keeping and drive vehicles, (F) Climb hand-over-hand to climb ladder to clean the tops of shelters. (F) Climb a ladder hand over hand – grasp and climb (F) Sit to complete work orders – sit and twist. (F) (F) = Frequent (O) = Occasional (S) = Seldom
Lift and move heavy or awkward items up to 50 pounds; safely operate a variety of tools and machines common to light construction and industrial maintenance; safely perform repetitive physical tasks such as manual shoveling, twisting and pushing/pulling, walking, standing bending, squatting, and kneeling;
See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read printed documents. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction; hearing sufficient to utilize telephone and/or two-way radio equipment.
Reasonable accommodation for qualified candidates with disabilities will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Supplemental Information

A background check will be conducted for this classification.