SR. DIESEL FLEET TECHNICIAN

LYNX; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(a) employer contribution

100% employer match up to 3% in 457

Free employee medical insurance

Company paid life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee assistance programs

On-site Wellness Center

Free bus transportation for you and a:

Job summary

LYNX in Orlando, FL seeks a Senior Diesel Fleet Technician (Operator: Technician "A") to diagnose, repair, inspect and maintain our transit fleet and support equipment. You will work with diesel engines, electrical systems, hybrid tech, brakes, steering and more in a safety-focused environment.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, quality repairs, and keeping communities moving. This bargaining-unit position follows a seniority-based bidding system for shifts and days off, with hourly pay rate

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus four years’ transit or heavy vehicle maintenance experience plus two years of technical school.
• Must possess and maintain a current Florida CDL Class B with Passenger endorsement and Airbrakes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out ordinary mechanical, hydraulic or structural maintenance repairs and adjustments.
• Determine the source of trouble; repair or replace defective parts or make changes as instructed.
• Work from written or verbal instructions, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, vendor manuals and manufacturer’s specifications to accomplish work.
• Apply diagnostic and analytical tools in problem solving.
• Use testing equipment such as compression testers, engine/transmission readers, multimeters, AMP meters, logic probes and exhaust gas analyzers.
• Perform on-road repairs and tow buses if necessary.
• Diagnose, tune and repair engines; replace major engine components.
• Diagnose and repair electronic engine and transmission controls and sensors and wiring harness.
• Diagnose and repair transmissions and battery electric and hybrid bus components.
• Replace engine/transmission assemblies and accessories.
• Diagnose, repair and replace air systems and relines brakes.
• Diagnose, repair and replace steering and suspension components.
• Diagnose and repair wiring harnesses and electrical subsystems.
• Diagnose and replace wheelchair lifts components; perform A and C inspections.
• Diagnose and replace all A/C components.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Teamwork

English communication

Shift flexibility

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical school (2 years)

Florida CDL Class B with Passenger endorsement and Airbrakes

Job description

Join the team that keeps Central Florida moving!

LYNX is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Diesel Fleet Technician, also known as Technician "A", to perform diagnostics, repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance on our fleet of transit vehicles and support equipment. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced vehicle systems including diesel engines, electrical systems, HVA, brakes, steering, suspension, and hybrid technologies in a safety focused environment.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in delivering quality repairs that ensure safe and reliable transportation for our community.

As a member of a bargaining unit, this position follows a seniority-based system for bidding on shifts and days off.

Hourly Pay Rate: $31.07

Why Work at LYNX?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being today and strengthen your financial security for tomorrow, including:

• Robust Retirement Package
  • Defined contribution 401(a) plan with a 7% employer base contribution
  • 100% employer match up to 3% of employee contributions into the 457 plan
• FREE employee‑only medical insurance
• Company paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short-term disability insurance available
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Access to our on‑site Employee Wellness Center
• FREE bus transportation for you, your spouse, and dependent children

Technician "A" Essential Job Functions:

• Carries out ordinary mechanical, hydraulic or structural maintenance repairs and adjustments.
• Determines the source of trouble; repairs or replaces defective parts or makes changes as instructed.
• Works from written or verbal instructions, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, vendor manuals and manufacturer’s specifications to accomplish work.
• Applies diagnostic and analytical tools in problem solving.
• Is competent in the use of testing equipment such as compression testers, engine/transmission readers, multimeters, AMP meters, logic probes and exhaust gas analyzers.
• Executes fields repairs on road failures and tows buses if necessary.
• Provides assistance to lower grade mechanics when instructed.
• Diagnoses, tunes and repairs engines; replaces all major components including cylinder heads and other major engine components.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all electronic engine and transmission controls and sensors and wiring harness.
• Diagnoses and repairs transmissions; replaces all internal sensors/solenoids and all major components.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces battery electric and hybrid bus components such as; controls, drive motors, inverters and battery packs.
• Replaces engine/transmission assemblies and accessories.
• Diagnoses and repairs air systems and components and relines brakes.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all steering and suspension components.
• Diagnoses and repairs all wiring harnesses. Replaces components in electrical subsystems.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all components of wheelchair lifts. Executes A and C inspections.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all A/C components.
• Performs other duties as may be required or assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED plus four years’ experience in transit or heavy vehicle maintenance plus two years of technical school; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a current Florida CDL permit/license, Class “B” with Passenger endorsement and Airbrakes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to bend, stoop, walk, stretch, kneel, and lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass DOT physical and drug screen.
• Ability to work in open bays, inside buses and outside in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work with commercial cleaners and toxic materials.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Ability to provide own tools.
• Employees must be able to communicate in English on the work site.
• Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with those encountered in the course of work using principles of excellent service.

Work Environment and Special Considerations:

• Employees in this position must comply with all requirements of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regarding the testing of safety sensitive employees. This position is considered safety-sensitive under FTA drug and alcohol regulations (49 CFR Part 655).