Transit Fleet Mechanic

Title:  Transit Fleet Mechanic

Location:   Kent, WA

Work schedule: 

          During Training: Monday-Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm

          Multiple shifts available after training:

                    Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm

                    Sunday-Thursday 7:00am to 3:30pm

Who we are: Hopelink is the largest nonprofit in North and East King County.  For over 50 years we have been in the community serving homeless and low-income families, children, seniors, and people with disabilities. 

Make an impact in your community!  Hopelink programs focus on food, financial assistance, transportation/mobility, housing & family development, adult education & employment. Programs are aimed at helping people achieve stability and gain the skills and knowledge they need to exit poverty. Join us!

The career opportunity: 

The Hopelink Automotive Service Technician will perform work within diagnosis, repair and service of Medium & Heavy-Duty buses & other smaller passenger fleet vehicles with gasoline and diesel engines. This role is primarily responsible for preventive maintenance, Fleet inspections and related repairs daily.

What qualities we are looking for: We’d love to hear from you. So, if you are interested in this position, but don’t meet every single point on this job posting, please still get in touch. We would be happy to connect and see if you could be a great fit. We offer paid training!

• The ideal candidate will bring previous experience in an automotive shop setting with diagnosing and troubleshooting Diesel & Gasoline vehicles.
• Have at least one (1) year of experience and/or training in a shop environment
• Must have the ability to use industry software programs and technology used

Licenses, certificates, and other requirements:

• Valid Washington State driver’s license with acceptable driving history
• Valid CDL or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire (paid training is provided)
• Valid DOT medical certification card
• ASE Certifications preferred, but not required
• Must have personal/appropriate hand tools relevant to the job
• Must have work boots with oil resistant soles

**Due to Federal Regulations, this position is considered a Safety Sensitive Position, therefore employees are required to undergo a full criminal background check and pre-employment Federal DOT drug screening, and are subject to random screenings, which include THC among other restricted substances.

Examples of what you will be doing:

• Perform fleet scheduled preventative maintenance (oil changes, Brake & Air suspension repairs, tire repairs & parts replacements.)
• Inspect, diagnose, service or repair fleet vehicles
• Complete all documentation work orders in fleet management software
• Ensure accurate upgrade and/or modifications on fleet transit vehicles, road calls, and on-the-road repairs as needed
• Maintain shop, equipment and tool cleanliness
• Operate standard shop equipment including computerized wheel balancer and various hydraulic service lifts

How you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.

• Compensation: $28 to $34 Per Hour DOE
• New Hire Incentive:  $3,000

• Up to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays, 
• Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/week
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting period
• Flexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverage
• Wellness Program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training Classes
• Internal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path Coaching
• Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities

Hopelink Mission and Values:

Hopelink’s mission is to promote self-sufficiency for all members of our community to help people make a lasting change. 

Our Values are Growth & Human Potential, Inclusion, Compassion, Relationships Built in Trust, Quality of our Work, and Fiscal Stewardship.

We are actively building an environment that welcomes and encourages the involvement and success of all individuals and respects the new possibilities that are created when diverse people, beliefs and values are included.