Diesel Mechanic - A/B

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing thorough inspections and related repair on company vehicles. Performs over the road services requiring to rescue buses from other locations while remaining in compliance with FMCSA regulations.

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Routine servicing and overhauling of all diesel engines.
• Inspecting the engines and detecting technical malfunctions
• Specializing in repairing and maintaining parts of engine, such as fuel injections systems, emission controls systems, and preventative maintenance
• Diagnosing "check engine light" fault codes, after treatment engine system, engine misfires, and A/C electrical system
• Disassemble and overhaul internal combustion engines, pumps, generators, transmissions, clutches, and differential units.
• Skilled in diagnosing major electrical and engine components, performing repairs as needed.
• Order necessary parts as needed for tasks being performed.
• Inspect and test defective equipment, diagnosing malfunctions using diagnostic software per the manufacturer.
• Rewire lights and instrument panel components.
• Diagnose and replace faulty components such as brakes, wheel-seals, turbos, alternators, transmissions, internal engine adjustments and starters.
• Follow safety standards per FMCSA regulations to remain in compliance.
• Fuel and wash buses when required.
• Road test buses to detect malfunctions.
• Move vehicles within property limits, contingent to safety training.
• Perform over the road service calls with little to no supervision.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors (i.e., inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, etc.)
• Prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Maintain the shop clean and organized.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Other duties as required.

EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of job-related experience

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training beyond high school

LICENSES and CERTIFICATIONS:

• CDL Required.
• Diesel Technical Certification Required.
• ASE Certification .

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Heavy - Exerting 60-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-60 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 constantly.

Job Demands

• Bending
• Carrying
• Climbing
• Crouching
• Fine Dexterity (skill/adroitness with hands; ex typing, administering shots, etc.)
• Foot Control (manipulation of pedals, controls, equipment, etc. with feet)
• Handling
• Hearing (ability to interpret and differentiate between sound, etc.)
• Kneeling
• Lifting/Exerting
• Pushing/Pulling
• Reaching
• Sitting Rarely
• Standing
• Talking (ability to speak coherently and be understood by others)
• Vision (ability to differentiate between , to determine distance, depth perception, etc.)
• Walking/Moving (from one location to another to perform work)