Bus Mechanic

The Regional Transit Authority gets people moving around New Orleans. Our transit services provide mobility to residents of the city as well as tourists, providing incredible views and comfortable rides through historical neighborhoods and countless attractions. RTA’s system includes 5 streetcar lines, 30 bus routes, 2 ferry routes, and paratransit services. Our passengers take more than 19 million rides every year. 

This is an International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) employment posting. 

New employees will begin at 90% of the starting rate for the first six months.
 Pay rate increases incrementally accordance with the IBEW collective bargaining agreement.
 Wages for new employees are placed on a tiered scale based on skills and experience, as approved by management at the time of hire.

JOB Title: Mechanic 

POSITION STATUS: Full-Time

Starting Rate of pay: $26.51 - $33.83 Hourly 

JOB SUMMARY

The Mechanic position is a specialized position that involves labor-intensive work, which requires the employee to perform corrective repairs and preventive maintenance inspections on transit buses and other vehicles as needed. Employees must be able to function well without close supervision, use current test equipment to diagnose problems, read and comprehend maintenance manuals and electrical diagrams, and fully adhere to specific instructions. 

REPORTS TO

Lead Technician 

TITLES OF POSITIONS REPORTING DIRECTLY TO THIS JOB

None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

• Diagnoses problems related to all phases of transit bus systems.
• Performs wheel alignments and repairs, including removal or replacement of parts on air brake systems, air conditioners, electronic fuel injectors, electronic transmissions, ABS. and hydraulic brakes, diesel powerplants and subcomponents, suspensions, and cooling systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance procedures and maintains records or logs for Company vehicles.
• Diagnose problems related to propulsion, suspension, braking, and steering.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of RTA are carried out.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES 

• Must be able to read and comprehend maintenance manuals and electrical diagrams.
• Must be able to use current test equipment, including but not limited to digital multimeters, starting/charging systems testers, Diagnostic scanners, and system testing equipment.
• Must be able to understand English, read, and write legibly for required reports.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

EDUCATION

• High school diploma, G.E.D., or vocational training in automotive mechanics.
• A.S.E. Master Technician certification is desirable. However, any A.S.E. certification is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of recent, verifiable experience as a mechanic 

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS/DEMANDS

• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A with a “P” endorsement 
   

Must submit to a criminal background check, the results of which must meet hiring criteria for the role.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work outdoors and indoors under varying weather conditions.  The job requires stooping, bending, climbing, kneeling, walking throughout the shift, and at times the handling of parts ranging from 10 to 50 pounds or more.
• Must be able to work outdoors and indoors under varying weather conditions.  The job requires stooping, bending, climbing, kneeling, walking throughout the shift, and at times the handling of parts ranging from 10 to 50 pounds or more.
• Be capable of standing or walking for a full work shift.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 60 lbs. 
• Must be able to manipulate 100 lbs. 
• Must be able to stand and walk on uneven surfaces while working. 
• Must be able to work while in the following positions or conditions: sitting, bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching, crouching, lying down prone or supine, at shoulder level or above, or any combination listed above. 
• Must be able to work at heights on platforms and man-lifts. Must be able to work in pits and under lifted heavy equipment. 
• Must be able to work in all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety gear. 
• Must be able to work in the assigned uniform approved by the company.

This is a designated Safety Sensitive Position under RTA Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy [“Non-USDOT”]. Drug and Alcohol Testing is conducted under the RTA testing authority in accordance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations.