Transit Mechanic: Heavy Vehicle Diagnostics & Repairs

Los Angeles Metro; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles Metro is seeking a skilled heavy equipment and automotive mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on transit buses and related systems. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair engine, electrical, suspension, and hydraulic components, using computerized work orders to track defects and repairs.

Under supervision, you’ll assist other mechanics, operate tow equipment for on-site repairs, and ensure compliance with safety procedures and Cal/OSHA rules.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience as a heavy equipment or automotive mechanic.
• Ability to obtain a Class A-P permit or AP license.
• California Class C driver's license or ability to obtain prior to starting.
• ASE Transit Certifications desirable (H1-CNG, H3-Drive Train, H4-Brakes, H5-Suspension, H6-Electrical).

Responsibilities

• Moves parts and components with approved hoists, lifts and dollies to perform maintenance and repair.
• Removes, repairs, replaces and adjusts components of major bus and/or automotive systems.
• Performs remedial diagnostics and troubleshoot transit/bus and automotive systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and logs defects and repairs.
• Uses computerised systems to log work orders and report status.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Tool operation

English literacy

Education

2-year automotive program

ASE Transit Certifications desirable (H1-CNG, H3-Drive Train, H4-Brakes, H5-Suspension, H6-Electrical)

Job description

Los Angeles Metro is seeking a skilled heavy equipment and automotive mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on transit buses and related systems. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair engine, electrical, suspension, and hydraulic components, using computerized work orders to track defects and repairs.

Under supervision, you’ll assist other mechanics, operate tow equipment for on-site repairs, and ensure compliance with safety procedures and Cal/OSHA rules.