Diesel Bus Mechanic A

The Technician A diagnoses and repairs concentrating specifically on major complicated/complex coach problems, inspects, assists, and monitors the work of Mechanics B and C ensuring a work environment that meets safety and regulatory standards for RATP Dev. You will be responsible for retrofit campaign completions, team support, troubleshooting, repair, operations interaction, and general support of the entire fleet. Technician must attend and participate in meetings and training on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis.

Responsibilities:

• Preventative maintenance inspections are based on mileage and days.
• Inspections and repairs include but are not limited to; ADA equipment, air conditioning, brakes, chassis, cooling system, engine, interior/exterior lighting, gauges and controls, safety equipment, fire extinguishers and sensitive edges, tires, and transmissions.
• Performs other duties assigned by management and supervisors.
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections on all types of coaches following specific check lists.
• Fill out work orders specifying parts and labor.
• Performs other duties assigned by management and supervisors.
• Inspects and verify problems on coaches using various diagnostic equipment,
• Cleans, repairs, and replaces coach equipment as requires.
• Test coaches for proper working order including road driving tests.
• Utilizes computer diagnostic equipment to include but not limited to; Cummins Insite, Allison prognostics, complex electrical schematics; labor logic diagrams, VANSCO and DINEX coach control systems to diagnose and troubleshoot complex level difficulty electrical functions.
• Reviews repair manuals and part manuals for aid in making minor to major repairs.
• Performs both in-house and road call coach repairs using various hand, power, pneumatic and precision.
• Repair, maintain, troubleshoot and service and electrical buses.
• Maintain detailed and timely paperwork and documentation for repairs and installations.
• Repair, maintain, troubleshoot, and service multiplexing systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management and supervisors.

Skills:

• Evidence of a "safety first" attitude.
• Must have computer skills for the ability to diagnose all sub-components of a Transit coach.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow schematics.
• Intermediate level computer skills (including Microsoft applications)
• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, diligent, and able to operate independently with limited supervision (completing assigned work accurately and in a timely manner)
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Sound judgement, good problem-solving and analytical skills (troubleshoot technical issues, communicate, and document solutions to non-technical parties)
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be flexible and work in a 24/7 environment.

Knowledge and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid South Carolina CDL required
• Five (5) years progressive heavy equipment maintenance required.
• Two (2) years technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Additional training from mechanical/technical schools, courses, seminars desirable.
• Experience with complex diagnostic computer equipment and software requires.
• Must have an in depth understanding of the design, adjustment, and overhaul of ADA equipment, air conditioning, brakes, chassis, cooling system, engine, interior/exterior, lighting, gauges and controls, safety equipment, fire suppression, system and sensitive edges, tires and transmission.
• Hands on experience win electrical, mechanical, or other related field service experience; experience with high voltage and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Experience with CAN networks and multiplexing systems.

Benefits

Up to $15,000 signing bonus available (depending on level)

We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer & We Welcome Diversity to our