This is a night shift role, 10:30PM - 7:00AM.

The Utility Mechanic performs all routine bus maintenance. In addition, the employee performs other duties as assigned and required. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Routine Maintenance
Performing routine maintenance duties including:

• Replacing light bulbs
• Repairing horns
• Maintaining mirrors
• Jump starting busses
• Steam cleaning engines
• Repairing lifts
• Changing tires

Performing maintenance and repair duties in the following areas:

• Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
• Chassis
• Electrical
• Transmission
• Powertrain
• Air Conditioning and Heating
• Inspection Checking buses in and out

Assistance Call Response

• Driving wrecker to service site
• Lifting and towing inoperable buses
• Jump-starting stalled buses
• Performing minor off-site repairs such as those described above
• Moving materials in garage using forklift
• Using computer system to log completed repairs and requisition more complicated repairs as necessary

Miscellaneous Duties

• Traveling off site to retrieve parts
• Cleaning work area and equipment

All other duties as assigned; job descriptions are subject to change.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Other Relevant Skills
• Commercial Driver’s License (class A) with passenger and air brake endorsements, obtained 90 days of hire
• Automotive Service Excellence Certification (H-2, H-6 and/ or H-8)
• Passing score on the Utility Mechanic Qualification Test
• Perform troubleshooting and analysis at a basic level
• Identification of elements of schematic drawing
• Driving and maneuvering a forklift in confined spaces
• Basic diagnostic skills
• Computer proficiency
• Apply knowledge of schematic drawings to facilitate expedient repair of electrical systems
• Apply knowledge from formal and on-the-job training to on-the-job processes
• Proficiently use appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment including ABS diagnostic system
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, management and vendors
• Read and comprehend complex written materials
• Write simple work orders
• Operating computer diagnostic equipment as required
• Analyzing data or information to resolve problems
• Operation monitoring – watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure system is working properly
• Decision-making skills
• Evaluating information against standards
• Learn additional skills on the job to advance toward upper level Mechanic position
• Must be able to perform all of the following physical tasks: Crawling on occasion,

Standing for intervals of 4 hours or more without rest, Reaching above shoulder height to retrieve, place, or sort objects weighing in excess of 10 pounds occasionally

Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. TARTA does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws.