Diesel Mechanic Technician A - Fairfax

Description

Now Hiring Bus Technicians to Help Connect People at our Fairfax Location! Transdev has partnered with Fairfax County and is actively seeking bus technicians for the Fairfax Connector.

We are looking for qualified and experienced fleet technicians to safely inspect, diagnose and repair transit vehicles and equipment to ensure the highest quality transit delivery service to our customers.

Join Transdev and become a part of the largest private-sector operator of transportation in North America - one that cares about its employees, passengers and the communities we serve.

Pay starting at over $40 / hr and comprehensive bonus package! Performs routine maintenance on equipment and determines when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

Conducts tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.Installs equipment,engines,hoses,batteries,tires,wheels / brakes,HVAC,wiring,etc.

orprogramstomeetspecifications. Watches gauges, dials, or otherindicators to make sure equipment is working properly. Service, repairs, adjusts, and tests machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical principles.

Inspects equipment, structures, etc., of materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.Analyzes information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

DUTIES :

1.Adjustandrelinebrakes,alignwheels,tightenboltsandscrews,andreassembleequipment.2.Alignfrontendsandsuspensionsystems.3.

Attachtestinstruments toequipmentandreaddialsandgauges inordertodiagnosemalfunctions.4.Disassembleandoverhaulinternalcombustionengines,pumps,generators,transmissions,clutches,and differential units.

5.Examineandadjust protectiveguards,loosebolts,andspecifiedsafetydevices.6.Inspectbrakesystems,steeringmechanisms,wheelbearings,andotherimportantpartstoensurethattheyare in proper operating condition.

7.Inspect,repair,andmaintainautomotiveandmechanicalequipmentandmachinerysuchaspumpsandcompressors.8.Inspect,test,andlistentodefectiveequipmenttodiagnosemalfunctions,usingtestinstrumentssuchas handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.

9.Operatevalve-grindingmachinestogrindandresetvalves.10.Performroutinemaintenancesuchaschangingoil,checkingbatteries,andlubricatingequipmentandmachinery.

11.Raisetrucks,buses,andheavypartsorequipmentusinghydraulicjacksorhoists.12.Installsorrebuildsdieselengines.13.Reconditionandreplaceparts,pistons,bearings,gears,andvalves.

14.Repairandadjustseats,doors,andwindows,andinstallandrepairaccessories.15.Rewireignitionsystems,lights,andinstrumentpanels.

16.Inspectandverifydimensionsandclearancesofpartstoensureconformancetofactoryspecifications.17.Specializeinrepairingandmaintainingpartsofthe engine,suchasfuelinjectionsystems.

18.Test drivetrucksandbusestodiagnosemalfunctionsortoensurethattheyareworkingproperly.19.Usehandtoolssuchasscrewdrivers,pliers,wrenches,pressuregauges,andprecisioninstruments,aswellas power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.

20.Otherdutiestoensurethe safeoperationandefficiencyofthedepartment.

REQUIREMENTS :

Mechanic A : 5+ years’ experience.Must be able to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair the most difficult of all vehicle and equipment service.

Must be able to teach Mechanic B and C as time permits, more complex repair techniques.Must demonstrate superior mechanical skills and mentoring capabilities.

Must be able to diagnose, troubleshoot andrepairthemost difficultofall vehiclesandequipment inservice.TheMechanicAmust beable toteachMechanicBandCs,astimepermits,morecomplexrepairtechniques.

TheMechanicAmustdemonstrate superior customer service skills and mentoring capabilities as well as perform other duties to ensure the safe operation and efficiency of the department.

The Mechanic A must possess a CDL license with air brakes and a passenger endorsement, 609 and 608 air conditioning certifications and at least four (4) H, T, or EV series ASE certifications.

ASE Certification is the preferred method of hiring and promotion.In lieu of ASE Certifications an A Tech must have four (4) years of full-time heavy-duty vehicle maintenance experience and pass a practical test demonstrating A Tech proficiency.

PHYSICALDEMANDS :

Thephysicaldemandsdescribedherearerepresentativesofthosethatmustbemetbytheemployeetosuccessful performtheessentialfunctionsofthisjob.

Reasonableaccommodationscanpossiblybemadetoenableindividual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 10%ofworkisaccomplishedindoorsandinairconditionedorwell-ventilatedfacilities.
• 90% of work is accomplished outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions; most work is performed alone and in remote locations.
• Frequentlystandsandwalks;abilitytositforuptothreehours;walkforlongdistancesandonpossiblesloped groundorslipperyandunevensurfaces;
• normalmanualdexterityandeye-handcoordination;abilitytoliftor handle material weighing up to 50 to 75 lbs. without assistance;

ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch; and corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication.

• Exposuretoheavytrafficareaswhileperformingthedutiesofthejob.
• Exposuretoconsiderableamountsofdust,vehiclefumesandnoise.
• Exposuretocleaningsolutions,oils,andotherliquids.
• Mustbeabletotravelforcompanytraining,meetingorsupportmissions.

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