Transit Mechanic I: Bus & Powertrain Pro

City of Gardena; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Gardena seeks a skilled Fleet Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, service and repair buses, trucks and motorized equipment within the Transportation Department. You will perform preventative maintenance, tune-ups, brake and suspension work, and use diagnostic software and tools.

Field service and driving between bays may be required. A high school diploma or GED is required; automotive technology training is preferred and ASE certification in H/T/A is desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Automotive technology training is preferred.
• ASE Certification in H, T, or A series is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and light diagnostics on motorized equipment and vehicles.
• Diagnoses and determines repairs; works on propulsion, electrical and related systems.
• Repairs brakes, suspension and replaces components as needed.
• Drives between service bays and may perform field service.
• Maintains records of maintenance, parts and work performed.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Brake repair

Electrical systems

Airbrake systems

Troubleshooting

Adaptability to new tech

Education

High school diploma or GED

Automotive Technology training

ASE Certification (H/T/A)

Tools

Bus diagnostic software

Job description

City of Gardena seeks a skilled Fleet Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, service and repair buses, trucks and motorized equipment within the Transportation Department. You will perform preventative maintenance, tune-ups, brake and suspension work, and use diagnostic software and tools.

Field service and driving between bays may be required. A high school diploma or GED is required; automotive technology training is preferred and ASE certification in H/T/A is desirable.