About this opportunity
Student Transportation of America lists this Lead Mechanic opportunity in trafford, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Lead Mechanic
Student Transportation of America, Inc (STA) is a leading multi-national bus transportation company dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transit services. We manage a large fleet of vehicles, requiring strong financial controls and asset management processes. Our main business is home to school transportation, with operations throughout the continental US as well as Canada.
A Maintenance Repair Technician diagnoses and repairs buses specifically concentrating on major complicated/complex problems and inspections. Class – A Maintenance Repair Technician must be proficient and able to perform all aspects of the B and C mechanic positions. STA encourages all Class – A Maintenance Repair Technicians to seek and maintain Master ASE certification, All work performed must be of the highest quality ensuring vehicles are reliable and safe. Work in such a manner that promotes a safe and productive work environment.
Essential Job Duties and Functions:
Diagnoses and repairs buses specifically concentrating on major complicated/complex problems including engine, transmission, electrical and mechanical defects
Performs upgrades and/or modifications on bus systems and equipment
Cleans, repairs, and replaces bus equipment as required
Research bus systems and special manufacturing characteristics for all buses
Performs both in-house and road call bus repairs using various hand, power, pneumatic, machine (precision) and machinery tools
Tests buses for proper working order
Completely document all work performed in RTA Software
Utilize CMMS when diagnosing trends in parts usage and labor cost relating to vehicle performance to ensure repairs are completed properly.
Perform other duties as assigned
Repairing vehicles require physical dexterity and exertion and heavy lifting.
Support and assist Technicians:
Answers questions and assist by offering professional information.
When B or C class technicians are assigned to work with A class technicians the A class technicians are to provide support pertaining to diagnosing and operational theory for specific job and/or task when appropriate
Performs upgrades and/or modifications on bus systems and equipment:
Work with OEM's on upgrades and campaigns on vehicles
Installs, equips and or modifies buses as requested
Tracks and reports information concerning performance as required
Adjusts upgrade and/or modification on bus system as required
Performs preventative maintenance on buses as needed:
Perform inspections on all types of buses and repairs systems/parts when needed.
Uses preventive maintenance check list to verify performance
Repairs and inspections involve the engine, battery, lights, gauges and controls, sensitive edges, safety equipment, all interior components, transmissions, tires, breaks, undercarriage, power steering, fluids and filters and all other electrical and mechanical bus components
Requirements:
5+ years of maintenance experience; manager experience working in school transportation industry, transportation or related field
3+ years' experience as a mechanic, technician in transportation, school bus fleet, automotive or heavy equipment environment
Air Brake and diagnostic experience
Willingness to obtain a CDL and State Inspection license
ASE certification is a plus!
Valid CDL license is a plus!
Tools to perform maintenance work is a plus!
STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; Returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Worksite address
trafford, PA, 15085, US
Who can apply
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