What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle Maintenance Technician Internship (FSCJ Automotive Academy Students Only) position at Jacksonville Transportation Authority?
Brief Description
Vehicle Maintenance Technician Internship Position Description
Florida State College of Jacksonville Automotive Academy Students Only
Under the supervision of the Lead Journeyman, Maintenance Trainer and/or Supervisor the interns will perform the following duties.
Essential Functions
Vehicle Maintenance Technician Internship Position Description
Florida State College of Jacksonville Automotive Academy Students Only
Under the supervision of the Lead Journeyman, Maintenance Trainer and/or Supervisor the interns will perform the following duties.
Essential Functions
- Removes, repairs, and/or replaces units on Authority’s vehicles in the shop.
- Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces all types of components/units as required on transit vehicles and automotive equipment
- Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical units.
- Troubleshoots, with or without test equipment, various problems encountered with engines and other units affecting vehicle operation.
- Performs battery maintenance checks
- Performs preventative maintenance inspections and minor repairs on vehicles.
- Communicate with everyone in a courteous and professional manner.
- Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions. Conforms to all safety rules and wears/uses all appropriate safety equipment.
- Performs related work as assigned.
- Responsible for completing all mandatory training classes Responsible for reviewing and complying with all JTA policies, procedures and directives.
- Must be actively enrolled in an accredited automotive technology program.
- Must be in good academic standing (minimum 2.5 GPA or equivalent) and maintain enrollment throughout the internship period.
- Must be available to work up to 20 hours per week during the internship period.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Internship may last up to 10 months and cannot be renewed or extended beyond this timeframe.
- Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.
- If the internship includes test-driving or moving vehicles, a valid driver’s license and clean driving record are required.
- Must undergo and pass applicable pre-employment screenings including drug and background check and referred by the automotive professors or department head at FSCJ.
