Mechanic 1, 2, or 3 - CDL

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### Mechanic I, II or III - CDL (Denton, TX)

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Denton County Transportation Authority - Denton, TX

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$25 - $32 an hour

Denton County Transportation Authority is hiring MECHANICS!

JOB LOCATION: Bus Operations Facility is located at 1101 Teasley Lane, Denton, TX

PURPOSE OF JOB

Mechanics perform varying levels of repairs and preventive maintenance activities for the fleet. Evaluate, troubleshoot, analyze, and test transit vehicle systems to determine the nature and extent of defects. Assist with repairs and replacement of transmissions, front and rear end assemblies, power steering, braking mechanisms, electronic engine and equipment systems and controls, and hydraulic systems.

Mechanic II will also replace transmissions, front and rear end assemblies, power steering, braking mechanisms, electronic engine and equipment systems and controls, HVAC, airbrakes and hydraulic systems.

Mechanic III will also overhaul heavy equipment systems such as engines, transmissions, front and rear end assemblies, power steering, braking mechanisms, electronic engine and equipment systems and controls, HVAC, airbrakes and hydraulic systems.

Essential Functions

The following duties are standard for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

• Assists higher level mechanic with repairs for the fleet, including, but not limited to: replacing and repairing, transmissions, front and rear end assemblies, power steering, braking mechanisms, electronic engine and equipment systems and controls, and hydraulic systems.
• Performs preventative and periodic maintenance inspections; diagnoses and ensures the timely and effective repair of problems identified during inspections.
• Advises supervisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time frame.
• Evaluates, troubleshoot, analyzes, and tests transit vehicle systems to determine the nature and extent of defects.
• Ensures that all vehicle condition reports are accurate and properly addressed.
• Assists in maintaining all maintenance records (e.g., work orders) in an inspection ready state at all times; and ensures repair orders are neat and accurate.
• Tracks all repairs in progress to ensure the timely and correct repair of vehicles for return to operations; and knows the maintenance status of all assigned vehicles at all times.
• Performs road calls as needed to ensure operational efficiency.
  
  

Mechanic II Also Includes

• Performs repairs for the fleet, including, but not limited to, replacing, and repairing transmissions, front and rear end assemblies, power steering, braking mechanisms, electronic engine and equipment systems and controls, HVAC, airbrakes, and hydraulic systems.
• Assists lower level mechanics and may provide training as assigned.
  
  

Mechanic III Also Includes

• Performs repairs for the fleet, including, but not limited to: replacing, repairing, and overhauling heavy equipment systems such as engines, transmissions, front and rear end assemblies, power steering, braking mechanisms, electronic engine and equipment systems and controls, and hydraulic systems.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Where applicable, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of education/experience listed below.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION (where applicable, an equivalent combination of education and experience m y be considered)

Must be 21 years of age or older. High School Diploma, GED or technical training and certification related to maintenance. Must possess a valid, non-restricted Texas Class B CDL License with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsements. Must have and maintain a clean driving record. Must have their own tools.

Mechanic I - Two to three years of experience working as a mechanic in transit or very similar environment. Technical training in field from vocational school highly desired.

Mechanic II - Three to five years of experience working as a mechanic in transit or very similar environment. Technical training in field from vocational school highly desired.

Mechanic III - Five or more years of experience working as a mechanic in transit or very similar environment. Technical training in field from vocational school highly desired.

Applicants must have at least two years of driving history and possess a valid, unrestricted license.