Technician

Palm Tran

West Palm Beach (FL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental Coverage

Vision Care

Job summary

Palm Tran is seeking skilled maintenance technicians to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on transit buses and related equipment, including gasoline and diesel engines, braking, steering, electrical and HVAC systems.

Work with a Maintenance Trainer or Supervisor to inspect vehicle deficiencies via work orders or preventive maintenance; a CDL with Passenger endorsement is required or must be obtained; training for endorsement provided.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
A valid CDL with Passenger endorsement OR CDL is required; training provided to obtain endorsement.
Two years of related mechanical experience; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Air Conditioning Certification (608/609) within 90 days.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on transit buses and support vehicles (gas & diesel).
Inspect and diagnose mechanical defects using work orders or PM processes.
Work alongside Maintenance Trainer/Technician or Maintenance Supervisor to ensure safety and reliability of equipment.

Skills

CDL with Passenger endorsement

Transit bus maintenance

Heavy-duty maintenance

Electrical systems

Public transportation experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Palm Tran is looking for skilled crafted individuals to perform vehicle maintenance, diagnostics and repairs in a safe, efficient and timely manner. The incumbent in this position performs preventive maintenance and repairs on transit buses, mechanical equipment and support vehicles (both gasoline and diesel powered), including but not limited to engine adjustment, braking systems, steering/suspension systems, electrical/hydraulic parts and associated components; examines maintenance repairs on related equipment to company and/or manufactures' guidelines to preserve the safety and reliability of set equipment. This is accomplished by working alongside a Maintenance Trainer, Maintenance Technician or at the direction of a Maintenance Supervisor as they complete inspections for vehicle deficiencies through work order or the preventative maintenance process.

Job Description

$28.980 per hour (entry rate) – $34.805 per hour (after successful completion of in-house training)

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent certification/GED required. A valid CDL with Passenger (P) endorsement OR CDL is required. Individuals hired with a CDL but without a Passenger (P) endorsement will receive paid training to obtain the endorsement. A copy of your current driver’s license must be included with the application. Two (2) years of related mechanical experience is required, along with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Applicants must obtain Air Conditioning Certification (608/609) within 90 days of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A or B with Passenger (P) endorsement or have the ability to obtain the required license and endorsement within sixty (60) days of employment, failure to obtain the required driver license within sixty (60) days may be subject to termination.

Preferences

CDL with Passenger (P) endorsement.
Heavy-duty vehicle mechanic experience including electrical systems, air conditioning experience, and public transportation experience.
Experience driving transit buses or heavy equipment is preferred.

Benefits