Transit Maintenance Technician I (2nd Shift) (Grade 10/Step 5)

City of Huntsville; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Huntsville's Public Transit Department is seeking a Transit Maintenance Technician I (2nd Shift) to inspect, service and repair our fleet of Access vehicles and other department vehicles.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance programs, timely repairs, and compliance with city ordinances regulating taxis and limousines operated in the city.

This on-site municipal position offers a chance to contribute to safe, reliable community transportation in Huntsville, Alabama.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with experience in vehicle maintenance or fleet management.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must pass CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement tests within 6 months and obtain endorsement within 11 months.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles used by the Public Transit Department.
• Develop and implement routine maintenance and inspection programs to ensure service reliability.
• Inspect licensed taxicabs and limousines to ensure compliance with city ordinances.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Fleet management

CDL knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE'S PUBLIC TRANSIT DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!

The City of Huntsville's Public Transit department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our

Transit Maintenance Technician I (2nd Shift) position(s).

Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.

Come join our growing Public Transit Team!

About our Department:

The goal of the Public Transit Department is to provide adequate and efficient community transportation services for the general public. The City of Huntsville's 19 Access vehicles are radio dispatched and ADA accessible. Access is a specialized, door-to-door, demand-response paratransit service.

Transit Maintenance Technician I Position at a Glance:

This is administrative and specialized work in the inspection, maintenance and repair of vehicles used in the Public Transit Department. Work involves responsibility for developing and implementing routine vehicle maintenance, repair and inspection programs to ensure that public transit vehicles receive regular preventive maintenance as prescribed by the manufacture and that repairs are scheduled and completed in a timely manner. Work also involves inspecting licensed taxicabs and limousines operating in the city to ensure compliance with city ordinances regulating such vehicles.

Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:

High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency and considerable experience in vehicle maintenance and repair or fleet management; or any combination of education, training and experience.

Valid driver's license.

Valid Class B Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement desired

Must pass the written portion of the CDL, Class B Passenger Endorsement test within six (6) months of hire and/or promotion date. Must pass the driving test and obtain a valid CDL, Class B Endorsement within eleven (11) months of hire and/or promotion date.