Auto Mechanic

Position Title: Auto Mechanic

Drivergent Transportation is a family-oriented Metro Detroit school transportation company looking for a motivated, experienced Auto Mechanic who wants to join our growing team!

As an Auto Mechanic for Drivergent Transportation, you will be on the educational front lines ensuring our fleet of transportation vehicles operate safely and consistently, so our team of drivers can safely transport students, exceed customer expectations, and ensure routes are operated on time. Successful mechanics put safety first, are reliable, can succeed in a changing environment and are ready to work!

Responsibilities:

• Inspect, diagnose and record vehicles for repairs and damages and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
• Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
• Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
• Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
• Rebuild, service, and repair transmissions, cooling lines, and filters. Inspect, service, cooling systems, radiator, hoses, pump, and block.
• Prepare vehicle maintenance reports and submit to management. Review technical reports, vehicle maintenance manuals, electrical diagrams, and meter readings to evaluate, diagnose, and repair.
• Perform safety inspections, assist with Michigan State Police Inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Technical School degree in automotive preferred, with at least 3 years of vehicle maintenance experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform this job.
• Experience working with diverse make and models.
• Having an annual MSP state vehicle inspection certification is important to assisting our team.
• Meet state requirements for appropriate mechanical licensing. Must possess or be able to successfully obtain (once hired) current Mechanic Licenses through either ASE or the State of Michigan in the following areas:

Additional Experience and Qualifications:

• Mechanics are preferred to have a satisfactory driving record, a minimum of five years’ driving experience, a valid driver’s license, and possess or be able to successfully obtain (once hired) a valid Michigan Commercial Driver’s License Class B with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements and no air brake restriction.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to physically perform the following duties with or without accommodation: Operate a variety of automotive machines, mechanics tools, and equipment such as wrecker, A/C recovery recycler, injector tester, brake bleeder, various meters and gauges, tire machine, tire spreader, plasma cutter, sledgehammer, wrenches, cutting torch, hydraulic and air lift, engine hoist and stands, wheel dolly, drill press, tire iron, etc.
• Must be able to: lift, push, pull, move, or carry heavy objects or materials.
• Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 35 to 50 pounds of force frequently. Must be able to lift and/or carry 50 to 100 pounds.

Location:

• Headquarters (Sterling Heights, MI)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Up to $25.00-$30.00 per hour
• Paid Overtime
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Aflac Supplemental
• 401k Retirement with company-match

Drivergent’ s team has over 15 years of transportation experience, so we know how to support our employees to ensure we have a winning team! Active leadership support helps to create a positive work environment you’ll enjoy and feel rewarded for your hard work and dedication!

Salary : $25 - $30