Senior Transit Bus Mechanic & Lead Technician

City of Fayetteville, North Carolina; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid vacation leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Deferral programs (401(k)/457)

Job summary

The City of Fayetteville is seeking a Senior Bus Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on all vehicles and equipment in the Transit Fleet. Responsibilities include supervising lower level mechanics, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and maintaining detailed service records.

The role requires three years of journey level experience and NC licensing qualifications. Includes benefits such as health and dental insurance, paid leave, holidays, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Three years of journey level experience performing minor and major equipment repair duties, including diesel, gasoline and alternative fuel powered equipment.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in maintenance and repair of gas, propane, diesel and other types of fuel powered equipment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assist lower level mechanics, service aides and maintenance workers; provide technical lead to lower level staff.
• Inspect and diagnose mechanical problems; perform preventive maintenance and routine repairs on equipment.
• Perform diagnostic activities for gasoline, diesel and alternative fuel system engines; inspect and determine problem areas.
• Diagnose, maintain and repair electrical systems components, ignition systems, computers, alternators, high voltage power generators, starters, batteries and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and repair front and rear drive axles, drive train components, belts, gears, chain drives, and propeller shafts; replace or repair faulty parts on equipment and vehicle fleet.
• Repair, adjust, or replace engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, and hydraulic and air brake systems; tune up engines and propane fuel systems.
• Fabricate and assemble parts for automotive and heavy equipment; modify and repair body panels and chassis parts.
• Repair and test revenue collection equipment and all ADA equipment on vehicles to include mobility lift/ramp, voice annunciator systems, electronic destination signs, GPS/AVL systems, and video camera systems.
• Perform vehicle and equipment safety inspections; provide detailed records of maintenance services performed; assist in the general maintenance and cleaning of shop area.

Skills

Technical leadership

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Diagnostics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The City of Fayetteville is seeking a Senior Bus Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on all vehicles and equipment in the Transit Fleet. Responsibilities include supervising lower level mechanics, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and maintaining detailed service records.

The role requires three years of journey level experience and NC licensing qualifications. Includes benefits such as health and dental insurance, paid leave, holidays, and retirement plans.