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Job description
Chapel Hill Transit Bus Mechanic
Chapel Hill Transit's bus mechanics keep our fleet moving! We constantly upgrade our 150 fleet vehicles and offer continuous training to keep your skills current. We provide a tool allowance and starter tools for qualifying employees. Our generous benefits package, career progression options, and ongoing training opportunities make Chapel Hill Transit a desirable employer for mechanics seeking a career opportunity. We will consider mechanics at all levels of skills and experience. Pay will be commensurate with skill level.
Salary ranges:
Mech 1: $51,628 - $82,605
Mech 2: $54,210 - $86,735
Mech 3: $59,766 - $96,222
The purpose of this position is to provide vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair to all of the town's departments. This is accomplished by performing diagnostics, removing and repairing motors, engine parts, electrical systems, as well as hybrid vehicles. Other duties include acetylene and plasma cutting.
Essential Functions
Performs vehicle maintenance procedures such as tune ups, oil and filter changes, electrical system checks, drive train component checks brake repairs and air conditioning repairs on all department vehicles
Performs corrective maintenance procedures including hydraulic electronic electrical and various degrees of engine repair
Performs Preventative Maintenance inspections on all CHT vehicles as assigned
Performs a variety of engine diagnostic procedures using hand held and computerized testing equipment
Performs NC State required inspections
Maintains work area in a safe and professional manner
Performs other duties as required Complexity of work assigned varies depending on mechanic's skill level.
Supervision: None Physical Demands The work is typically performed while standing stooping bending. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity and strength. Work Environment The work is typically performed in a shop.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge Of Troubleshoots, repairs, rebuilds and performs preventive maintenance on major bus components including engines, transmissions, differentials, air conditioning systems, compressors, wheelchair lifts/ramps, and various electrical parts Ability To Communicate effectively orally and in writing Use various hand and power tools; read blueprints and schematic drawings; communicate effective orally and in writing Establish effective working relationships with others; provide guidance to other employees Model behaviors that are consistent with our values of RESPECT Education A high school diploma or its equivalent. Associate's degree or Trade School diploma preferred Experience Minimum of one year of experience as a mechanic Certifications Possession of a valid NC CDL B with P (Passenger Endorsement) or the ability to obtain within six months of hire. Chapel Hill Transit will pay for the employee's CDL licensure. Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina. NC Medical DOT Card Revised: October 1, 2013
Supplemental Information
This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Here is just a small sampling of the benefits we can offer you:
100% employer paid health and dental insurance
Pension plan through the state of NC
401K
Generous vacation and sick leave
Paid Training
Tuition Reimbursement
6 weeks paid Parental Leave after 1 year of service
Worksite address
chapel hill, NC, 27517, US
Who can apply
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