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Employment Type : Full-Time
San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority JOB TITLE: MECHANIC C
Our Mechanics are relied on to keep the public transit of the county moving. If you’re a skilled mechanic with a strong sense of personal responsibility, a dedication to excellence, and a truly positive attitude looking to make a difference in your community, we want you to apply!
RTA is looking for an A, B, or C level mechanic with experience in that would perform specific inspections and make related repairs to the RTA light, medium, and heavy-duty fleet.
No CDL, No problem! RTA provided a 6 month grace period to obtain a valid Class B California Driver’s License issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (which fees are also reimbursed to the successful completion) with proper endorsements and current medical. RTA also offer’s study materials and sessions to help get you through the process.
After one year, you’ll know you were successful if:
This position would likely be working an evening shift of 1 pm – 9:30 pm and also potentially working on the weekends.
We also require that you have a good driving record, valid California Driver’s license and be to maintain a clear DOT drug screening. You will have to apply proper safety procedures, which are trained, and be able to read, understand, and interpret transit system operating rules, regulations, and policies.
Benefits, union and retirement info.
We would love to add you as an addition to our team! When applying please use a valid email address as this is used to communicate through the hiring process and thereafter.
JOB TITLE: MECHANIC C
JOB SUMMARY
Using a variety of hand and power tools, performs defined inspections and assigned preventive maintenance functions and assists more experienced mechanics in the performance of general inspections, electronic analysis, mechanical repair and preventive maintenance of RTA buses, related equipment, and other vehicles; makes road calls taking corrective action as identified on defect reports; practices safe work processes and contributes to the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment for self and others; performs related duties as assigned.
JOB TITLE: MECHANIC B
JOB SUMMARY
Using a variety of hand and power tools common to the trade, performs a variety of preventative maintenance and specific repair functions, such as brake and transmission inspections and repairs, on RTA coaches, related equipment and other related vehicles; assists more experienced mechanics
performing inspection, diagnosis and major repair functions; as assigned, provides functional training and assistance to employees in lower level classifications; makes road calls to service disabled vehicles; practices safe work processes and contributes to the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment for self and others; and performs related duties as assigned.
JOB TITLE: MECHANIC A
JOB SUMMARY
Effectively uses a variety of hand, power and computer diagnostic tools and testing instruments to independently perform varied and complex inspection, diagnostic, overhaul and repair functions required for the maintenance of RTA revenue and nonrevenue vehicles and equipment; including gas, diesel and hybrid powered coaches, trucks, cars, fare boxes, fare collection equipment, small shop machinery, power tools, and other support equipment; performs off-site and/or emergency repairs; serves as a team leader for assigned projects; may serve as Lead Mechanic during absence of supervisor; practices safe work processes and contributes to the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment for self and others; and performs other related duties as assigned.
The Ideal Candidate
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level to the mechanic job classification series. Employees learn and apply basic mechanical knowledge and skill to the performance of defined inspections and related preventive maintenance and repair functions and assist more experienced mechanics in the inspection, analysis, preventive maintenance and mechanical repair of RTA coaches, related equipment and other vehicles. Problem solving is limited to standard operating procedures; alternative actions and decision making are referred to the appropriate authority.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
New employees receive close supervision within a framework of well-defined policies and procedures. Once proficiency is attained, assignments become more varied and are performed under general supervision within a framework of well-defined policies and procedures.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Employees in this classification do not exercise supervision over others.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Employees may perform general inspections in the presence of A and B mechanics. Performs specific inspections and makes related repairs, such as brake adjustments and replacement of engine fluids and fuel lines; replaces brake diaphragms, slack adjusters and window glass; assists in pullout operations; makes road calls; assists more experienced mechanics in the performance of general inspections, electronic analysis, mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance and the removal and replacement of component parts, such as radius rod bushings, air bags, starters and radiators; maintains and repairs fare boxes; performs maintenance checks on fire suppression systems; safely operates RTA coaches and other vehicles in the course of performing assigned duties; and performs other related duties as assigned.
LICENSES and/or CERTIFICATIONS
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
REQUIRED ABILITIES
REQUIRED COMPUTER SKILLS
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTSThe essential functions of this job are performed in both a shop environment and outside in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Work is performed on ladders, around moving vehicles, equipment and machinery with moving parts, under wet and slippery conditions and, occasionally, with hands in water. Incumbents are exposed on a daily basis to a dry atmosphere, intermittent loud noise and vibrations, dust, silica, fumes, smoke, gases, grease, oils, electrical energy, and toxic and/or caustic chemicals.
On a daily basis, the essential functions of the job require employees to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, and walk and occasionally to crawl into confined spaces; to extend arms and use upper extremities, finger dexterity and hand strength to reach, pick, pinch and grasp tools and controls and/or to feel the attributes of objects; to lift, and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; to push and pull objects weighing up to 150 pounds; to hear and talk to receive and communicate instructions and other information; to rotate neck left and right and bend neck forward and backward; to bend and twist torso; to read and see objects clearly within one foot to arms length, and occasionally to twenty feet, requiring a full field of vision and good depth perception with the ability to adjust focus and distinguish basic colors and shades of color; and to operate vehicles and equipment requiring the use of both feet and hands.
JOB TITLE: MECHANIC B
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis is the second level classification within the mechanic job series. This classification is distinguished from the journey level Mechanic A classification by the performance of routine assignments and duties specific to preventive maintenance, brake and transmission repairs, and removal and replacement of component parts. This job classification is distinguished from the entry level Mechanic C classification by the level of independence exercised in performing more difficult and varied inspection, repair and maintenance assignments.
SUPERVISION RECEIVEDEmployees receive general supervision within a framework of standard operating policies and procedures.
SUPERVISION EXERCISEDEmployees in this classification do not generally supervise other employees but may provide functional training and assistance to employees’ assigned to lower level classifications.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Removes and replaces component parts such as radius rods, bushings, air bags, starters, and radiators; performs engine assemblies, brake inspections and brake repairs associated with inspections, such as brake adjustments and brake relines; repairs transmissions; repairs wheelchair lifts; performs minor body repairs; performs road calls to service disabled coaches; safely operates RTA coaches and other vehicles in the course of performing assigned duties; assists more experienced mechanics, perform inspection, diagnosis, and major repair functions; ability to perform moderate auto body work as assigned and needed; may be assigned to train or assist positions of equal or lower level classifications; schedule shop daily assignments under supervision and upon assignment; and performs other related duties as assigned. May be required to Inspect, diagnose, repair or rebuild under supervision.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
REQUIRED ABILITIES
REQUIRED COMPUTER SKILLS
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTSThe essential functions of this job are performed in both a shop environment and outside in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Work is performed on ladders, around moving vehicles, equipment and machinery with moving parts, under wet and slippery conditions and, occasionally, with hands in water. Incumbents are exposed on a daily basis to a dry atmosphere, intermittent loud noise and vibrations, dust, silica, fumes, smoke, gases, grease, oils, electrical energy, and toxic and/or caustic chemicals.
On a daily basis, the essential functions of the job require employees to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, and walk and occasionally to crawl into confined spaces; to extend arms and use upper extremities, finger dexterity and hand strength to reach, pick, pinch and grasp tools and controls and/or to feel the attributes of objects; to lift, and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; to push and pull objects weighing up to 150 pounds; to hear and talk to receive and communicate instructions and other information; to rotate neck left and right and bend neck forward and backward; to bend and twist torso; to read and see objects clearly within one foot to arms length, and occasionally to twenty feet, requiring a full field of vision and good depth perception with the ability to adjust focus and distinguish basic colors and shades of color; and to operate vehicles and equipment requiring the use of both feet and hands.
JOB TITLE: MECHANIC A
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the highly-skilled journey level classification within the Mechanic job series. Employees in this classification are distinguished from lower level Mechanic classifications by the independent performance of a wide range of complex inspection, testing, diagnostic and repair functions required to maintain all RTA revenue and nonrevenue vehicles and related equipment. Employees in this classification must be able to learn and transfer new and expanded mechanical and electronic knowledge and skills as diagnostic systems and mechanical/electronic components are modified and updated.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives limited supervision within a framework of standard operating policies and procedures.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Provides technical and/or functional supervision to lower level positions as assigned. May act in a lead capacity to others during assigned supervisor’s absence.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Inspects, tests. troubleshoots, diagnoses, builds, rebuilds, overhauls and maintains all pneumatic, mechanical and electronic-related systems and components on RTA revenue and non-revenue vehicles and equipment, including gas, diesel, propane and hybrid powered coaches, trucks, cars, fare boxes, fare collection equipment, small shop machinery power tools, and other support equipment; reads blueprints, schematics, job orders and wire numbers; makes road calls to service disabled vehicles; safely operates RTA coaches and other vehicles in the course of performing assigned duties; ability to perform advanced auto body work as assigned and needed; performs essential functions of all classifications within the Mechanic job series as required; may be assigned to instruct and/or assist other Mechanics; schedule shop daily assignments without supervision upon assignment; and performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
REQUIRED ABILITY TO
REQUIRED COMPUTER SKILLS
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The essential functions of this job are performed in both a shop environment and outside in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Work is performed on ladders, around moving vehicles, equipment and machinery with moving parts, under wet and slippery conditions and, occasionally, with hands in water. Employees may be exposed on a daily basis to excessive humidity, a dry atmosphere, intermittent loud noise and vibrations, dust, silica, fumes, smoke, gases, grease, oils, electrical energy, high pressure clean natural gas and toxic and/or caustic chemicals.
On a daily basis, the essential functions of the job require employees to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, and walk and occasionally to crawl into confined spaces; to extend arms and use upper extremities, finger dexterity and hand strength to reach, pick, pinch and grasp tools and controls and/or to feel the attributes of objects; to lift, and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; to push and pull objects weighing up to 150 pounds; to hear and talk to receive and communicate instructions and other information; to rotate neck left and right and bend neck forward and backward; to bend and twist torso; to read and see objects clearly within one foot to arms length, and occasionally to twenty feet, requiring a full field of vision and good depth perception with the ability to adjust focus and distinguish basic colors and shades of color; and to operate vehicles and equipment requiring the use of both feet and hands.