Transit Mechanic I

Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (aTa Bus); Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (aTa Bus) is seeking a Transit Mechanic I to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on FHATA vehicles. You will handle road calls, inspections, and documentation to ensure safety and readiness for service.

The role requires the ability to work 7:00 am–6:00 pm core hours with some evenings and weekends as needed, and may involve off-site parts transport and coordination with vendors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years vehicle maintenance experience or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain CDL and endorsements.
• Ability to obtain ASE brakes/steering/suspension certs.
• Pass background, drug, pre-employment physical and DOT.
• Proof of legal work in the United States.
• Basic computer skills and maintenance software familiarity.
• Travel <15% for parts pickup or off-site transport.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections per FHATA PM schedules.
• Perform oil changes, tire service, brake service, battery, HVAC, and repairs.
• Diagnose and repair steering, suspension, braking, cooling, electrical, drivetrain.
• Perform road calls and field service repairs.
• Inspect wheelchair lifts, ramps, securement, cameras, and ADA equipment.
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation in systems.
• Assist with vehicle washing, facility upkeep, and external repairs coordination.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

The mission of vehicle maintenance is to provide our drivers and riders with the confidence that our transit vehicles are safe, dependable, clean, and provide transportation in a timely, cost-effective, environmentally sensitive manner, with a workforce that values teamwork, communication, and diversity.

Under the general direction of the Director of Operations or their designee, the Transit Mechanic I performs preventive maintenance inspections, scheduled repairs, corrective maintenance, road calls, and fleet servicing activities on FHATA vehicles. The position supports fleet reliability, safety, ADA compliance, and vehicle readiness in accordance with FHATA maintenance policies. Tools are provided for this position

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Employee must be available during the “ core” work hours of 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, which may be required as projects arise. Schedule may vary depending on the needs of the organization. Schedule coordination must be approved by the Director of Operations, or their designee. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance Functions

Perform preventive maintenance inspections and repairs in accordance with FHATA PM schedules.

• Perform oil changes, tire service, brake service, fluid replacement, battery service, HVAC maintenance, and general mechanical repairs.
• Diagnose and repair steering, suspension, brake, cooling, electrical, and drivetrain systems within FHATA in-house maintenance capabilities.
• Perform road calls and field service repairs.
• Inspect and maintain wheelchair lifts, ramps, securement systems, bike racks, cameras, and other auxiliary equipment.
• Review and respond to driver defect reports and pre/post-trip inspection findings.
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation in RTA or other maintenance management systems.
• Assist with vehicle washing, facility upkeep, and other duties as assigned.
• Assist with preparation and transport of vehicles to outside vendors for specialized repairs.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.
  
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of vehicle maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required CDL and endorsements.
• Ability to obtain ASE certifications related to brakes, steering/suspension, and maintenance and light repair.
• Must be able to pass background screening, pre-employment drug screening, and pre-employment physical capacity test and DOT physical.
• Must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States (upon hiring)
• Basic computer skills to include minimal knowledge of and experience with using computers and related technology.
• Travel requirement (as a percent): <15% for occasional pick-up of vehicle parts, or transporting a vehicle off-site for maintenance and transporting vehicles from off-site locations back to the facility, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Ford Transit and Ford E-Series vehicles.
• ASE certifications.
• Experience with public transit, paratransit, or fleet maintenance.
• Experience maintaining ADA accessibility equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current diagnostic techniques and equipment used in fleet repair operations.
• Competent in problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must have strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated confidentiality, and strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of maintenance facility laws/regulations associated with safety and applicable laws/regulations and procedures that apply to vehicles and the repair facility.
• Ability to interpret and apply City, County, State, and Federal regulations.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently.
• Willing to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the business.
• Embraces personal challenge.
• Is self-aware, resilient, optimistic, and open to change.
• Demonstrated reading, writing, presentation and interpersonal skills necessary to complete required paperwork and written documentation.
• A collaborative and flexible style with a strong customer service mentality committed to lifelong learning.
• Requires ability to research a wide range of problems that are presented; requires ability to obtain the knowledge and understanding of current FHATA policies and procedures.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

ATA Bus firmly commits to the communities we serve and our employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive for a workforce that reflects our community. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected class.