AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC / FLEET SERVICES TECHNICIAN
Company: Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
The following FULL-TIME position posting will be open until May
1, 2024: AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC / FLEET SERVICES TECHNICIAN Prior
Experience with Motor Coaches is NOT required Pay Rate: $31.85 per
hour at hire, $33.29 per hour if employed after July 1, 2024 PLUS,
up to an additional $2.10 per hour for specific ASE Certifications
ASE Certification is NOT a requirement of employment Shifts are
determined based on union seniority; evening and weekend work is
likely Employees in this job classification are members of the
Transport Workers Union Local 171 Ann Arbor Area Transportation
Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer HIRING
PROCESS April 10, 2024 – May 1, 2024 - Employment Applications
Submit an Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority Employment
Application Form (on-line or paper), completed in its entirety by
the posted deadline date. Apply online at www.theride.org Paper
applications must be received in the AAATA office at 2700 S.
Industrial Highway, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 by 5:00pm on the posted
deadline date. Paper applications are available at the same
address. Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Late
and incomplete applications will not be accepted. After May 8, 2024
- Interviews Will Begin Interviews will be granted to selected
qualified candidates as applications are received. Qualified
candidates selected for an interview will be notified via
telephone. Applicants who are not selected for an interview will
receive notification they are no longer being considered. JOB
DESCRIPTION POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES: Under general
supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and
repair of light and heavy transit equipment. Assists other Fleet
Services Technicians as requested or directed. JOB DUTIES: •
Verbally and/or in writing communicates with all team members and
supervisors on a daily basis to ensure maximum coordination of work
efforts. • Under general supervision, performs routine maintenance
and repair of all systems and components (excluding major diesel
engine repair, gasoline engine tune-up, electronic fuel injection,
and Allison Transmission repair). • Assists in rebuilding
(including painting as required) all vehicles and accessories
including fare meters, upholstered interiors, seats, glass
installation, electronics, hydraulics, electrical systems, air
conditioning systems, transmissions, and engines. • Plans and
organizes daily maintenance activities in conjunction with other
maintenance team members and supervision. • Examines equipment in
the field as well as in the shop and makes temporary or emergency
field repairs as may be required. • Assists in the preparation of
specifications for vehicles and machines used in their repair and
maintenance. • Prepares and maintains work orders, parts
requisitions, and man-hour reports. • Reads, understands, and uses
shop manuals, CD-ROM based diagnostic applications, diagrams, and
electrical schematics. • Utilizes tools and machines to diagnose
and repair all vehicle defects. Troubleshoots systems to diagnose
problem areas. • Utilizes care in handling occupational hazards and
chemicals used in the trade. • Inspect mechanical work performed by
others to assist in diagnosis and repairs. • Retrieve and/or enter,
analyze and/or use maintenance data from an automated Maintenance
Management Information System. • Performs major diesel engine
repair, gasoline engine tune up, electronic fuel injection, and
Allison Transmission repair. • Works cooperatively with Parts and
Stores personnel to retrieve, return, utilize, order, and otherwise
maintain adequate stocks of parts and supplies. • Responsible for
cleanliness and safety of work area. • Performs other duties as
assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: MINIMUM EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCE: • Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and two years'
experience in the repair of motor coaches or automotive equipment;
or an equivalent combination of training and experience that
provides the knowledge, skill and ability may be considered. Some
specialized training in various disciplines such as hydraulics,
electronics, air conditioning, etc. • Minimum one (1) year
experience as an automotive and diesel maintenance technician with
at least one year's formal training in auto and/or diesel repair. •
Working knowledge of automotive, gas, and diesel equipment and
systems. • Working knowledge of diagnosis and troubleshooting of
maintenance systems. • Experience and skill in the repair,
rebuilding and maintenance of the following: gasoline and diesel
engines, automatic transmissions, air and hydraulic brakes,
steering and suspension systems, rear axle and driveline,
electrical systems and components, and heating/air conditioning
systems. • Must have the necessary tools associated with the work
assigned to the position. • Internal and external certification
exams must be passed successfully within 6 months of employment.
MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Able to weld and cut with a torch.
• Able to operate machines such as a brake drum lathe and a valve
re-facer. Analytical and problem-solving ability. • Memorizing and
attending to detail. • Reading and interpreting technical documents
and instruments. • Demonstrating good command of the English
language. • Skill to manage, lead, train, coordinate and motivate.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Perform simple
and intermediate math calculations • Interacting with a wide
variety of personalities. • Working under frequent periods of
stress. • Organizing daily work activities to achieve goals. •
Working under frequent periods of stress. • Breaking down complex
jobs into workable tasks. • Ability to follow oral and written
direction. • Some mechanical aptitude. MINIMUM
LICENSES/CERTIFICATION: • Must have ability to obtain a valid
Michigan Commercial Driver's License Class B license with a
passenger endorsement within six (6) months of hire, in order to
operate all AAATA vehicles. • Employees must pass AAATA-specific
preventative maintenance written exam and practical skills test and
EPA 609 test within six (6) months of acquiring the position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Constant periods of hearing, near and far
acuity, depth perception and accommodation. • Some periods of
sitting. • Frequent periods of standing and walking, climbing
ladders, stooping, bending, and reaching. • Ability to lift and
carry 75 pounds. ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS: • Occasional
exposure to noise, fumes, smoke, chemicals, fuels, cleaners,
lubricants, steam, water, heat, and cold. Heavy-duty vehicle repair
facility environment. Date posted: 04/15/2024
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