Description

Job Summary

The Mechanic’s Assistant performs duties to help maintain the fleet of vehicles. Duties include routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs. Reports to the Fleet Manager. Pay Rate: $16.00/hr.

Essential functions

1. Responsible for conducting inspections, maintenance, and repairs of Bay Aging/Bay Transit fleet.
2. Performs routine preventative maintenance on cars, trucks, and buses including oil changes, brake repairs, tire mounting and balancing, and other mechanical maintenance tasks as assigned.
3.  Reads and understands automotive technical service bulletins, repair manuals, and mechanical diagrams.
4. Follows written and verbal instructions and reports all unsafe or improper conditions to the supervisor.
5. Works independently and with a team of automotive care professionals.
6. Follows all posted and written directions regarding safe practices, including the dispensing and handling of waste oil and other automotive by products.
7. Washes vehicles and cleans maintenance area as directed by supervisor or designee.
8. Performs other duties as assigned by the Fleet Manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of vehicle maintenance, tools and equipment, and techniques for repairing vehicles; mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills required.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Works in the maintenance shop or where vehicles are located to perform duties. Must be physically able to bend, stoop, stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 100 pounds. Must be able to multi-task and prioritize needs. Good attitude towards customers and coworkers required.

Qualifications

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; must possess a valid driver’s license. Must be able to pass a criminal history background check and pre-employment drug test.

FLSA status: This is a non-exempt position.

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. From time to time, the supervisor will ask the job holder to perform additional duties.

Bay Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status. Bay Aging is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact MaDena DuChemin, Human Resource Manager at (804) 758-2396, Ext. 1228 or mduchemin@bayaging.org.