FLEET MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
WTA
Bellingham, WA
Full-time
Manufacturing / Production / Operations
Posted on January 15, 2019
Closes: Wednesday, February 6th at 9:00 pm.
Under direction from the Fleet Maintenance Manager or Lead Technician, performs preventive maintenance servicing, advanced troubleshooting, and skilled mechanical repairs of diesel, gasoline and hybrid-electric powered vehicles and associated subsystem equipment to the appropriate quality and standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Performs vehicle and equipment preventive maintenance inspections and servicing within the tenets of the WTA Preventive Maintenance Program, established standards and equipment or component manufacturer's maintenance-check recommendations and procedures.
- Inspects, adjusts, troubleshoots and repairs a variety of electrical-mechanical, electrical-hydraulic, and electrical-pneumatic actuated components used in transit bus applications.
- Inspects, services, adjusts, and performs diagnostic troubleshooting and repairs to hybrid-electric systems, sub-components and drivetrain.
- Repairs or replaces components or integral parts on diesel, diesel-electric and gasoline-powered engines, electronic and hydraulically controlled transmissions, traction motors and heavy-duty drive trains, antilock brake systems, electrical systems, fire-suppression systems and computerized fare boxes.
- Uses sophisticated computerized diagnostic and testing equipment to determine vehicle system or sub-component faults. Performs repairs and function checks.
- Assists during vehicle launch by performing minor repairs and adjustments or performing vehicle swaps. Receives operator defect reports, prepares work orders, and communicates vehicle status to Dispatch. Updates vehicle defect report logbooks. Provides data to Maintenance Assistant for input into the fleet management system and equipment historical files.
- Provides vehicle maintenance, repair and cost information using both handwritten and computerized work orders. Uses computerized information for research, warranty and technical data purposes. Assists in tracking recurring equipment malfunctions and recommending corrective action.
- Uses computerized fleet management system to prepare and complete work orders. Enters repair time information for equipment records and input to vehicle history files.
- In the absence of a Lead, assumes responsibilities of the Lead Fleet Maintenance Technician in accordance with the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- In the absence of an on-duty warehouse worker, the Fleet Maintenance Technician uses the computerized inventory system to locate required parts and makes appropriate entries to the inventory system.
- Provides emergency roadside services, incident / accident response and investigation assistance, performs minor on-scene repairs and assists in vehicle recovery operations.
- Interacts with other WTA departments and employees, members of the public, contractors and vendors to coordinate servicing and repairs of WTA vehicles and equipment.
- Participates in capital replacement program by performing acceptance inspections, make ready, make sale and warranty administration. Provides technical assistance to vehicle specification and procurement teams.
- Maintains a safe, clean and orderly work area.
- Maintains 100% accountability and serviceability of assigned tools and equipment.
- Reads and understands MSDS and related Hazardous Communication guidelines.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Works as a team member with other WTA departments and members of the fleet maintenance staff.
- Assists in maintaining the functional publication library of repair, parts and service manuals for all vehicles, and subsystems in the WTA inventory.
- May participate in Hazmat spill response teams, inspection teams, or spill clean-up teams.
- May participate in the training of technicians, operations personnel, or other employees from other WTA departments.
- As Acting Lead, may assign, schedule, and direct the work of other technicians. May coordinate with outside vendors or other agencies as required to perform duties.
- Performs other functions as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
- Heavy-duty vehicle systems operation, maintenance and troubleshooting, to include diesel and gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles.
- Methods, materials, tools and standard shop practices related to the maintenance and repair of transit vehicles and equipment.
- Safe working practices, equipment repair shop safety, tool use and lifting equipment safety and vehicle operation safety. Hazardous material/hazardous waste handling and disposal regulations. MSDS and hazardous communications.
Ability to:
- Attain familiarity with policies, procedures and appropriate legal requirements governing vehicle maintenance.
- Understand and use vehicle service, repair and parts manuals. Conceptualize the work required through written and verbal descriptions and determine what is necessary to complete required work.
- Apply independent judgment in determining proper action to ensure work is completed to the appropriate quality and standards.
- Use effective problem solving and analysis skills, with concentrated attention to detail to prevent service disruptions and significant loss of time and money.
- Use electronic test equipment, vehicle-lifting equipment and basic- to intermediate-level hand tools.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Work effectively in a team environment with other employees at all levels of the organization in order to achieve WTA goals.
- Utilize computer equipment in order to input work time, update computerized fleet management systems, and carry out other computer-related tasks.
WORKING CONDITIONS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
- Work hours vary depending upon shift bidding and assignments. Work assignments involve day or swing shifts, weekends, and five 8-hour shifts.
- Duties performed are primarily inside the maintenance facility. Some outside work is required, with exposure to all weather types and conditions.
- Basic-to-intermediate-level tools and test equipment are typically used to perform the tasks required in this position, including heavy-duty shop equipment, pneumatic tools, drill presses, lathes, grinders, vehicle lifting equipment, forklift and welding and cutting equipment. Hybrid bus systems require the ability to perform maintenance and repairs of high voltage systems, working on roof-top mounted components, and the wearing of fall arrest system equipment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Three years of experience working as a fleet mechanic in an automotive, medium to heavy duty truck or transit equipment maintenance facility required. Two years of diesel engine troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and repair required. NOTE: Experience may be substituted year-for-year with vocational or technical training.
- Prior experience troubleshooting and repairing electromechanical, electrical-hydraulic and electrical-pneumatic systems is required. Experience with hybrid-electric systems preferred.
- Prior experience in operating computer-based vehicle-component diagnostic software is required.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Post high school vocational or technical training is preferred.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:
- Valid Washington State driver's license at time of hire and ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements within 90 days of hire and maintain licensing during length of employment.
- Applicants must have an acceptable driving record (in accordance with WTA personnel policy 3.03 "Employment Requirements") and must submit a five year driving abstract.
- Obtain and maintain a valid and current first aid card within 3 months of hire.
- ASE Certification in automotive, truck or transit bus preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to perform essential job functions includes, but is not limited to: communicating (hearing, speaking and writing); standing, stooping or bending, all for extended periods of time; walking; climbing stairs and ladders; pushing / pulling; lifting and carrying 75 pounds for a distance up to 10 feet; crawling under vehicles and lifting items weighing up to 15 pounds overhead. Full and complete use of all limbs to operate coach controls.
MEDICAL PROTOCOL:
- Comply with CDL Core Exam and comply with the minimum requirements of Section 391.41 of the CDL Physical Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- All offers of employment are contingent upon a physical exam to obtain CDL licensing and the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. Participation in the WTA's Fit-for-Work program, including random drug and alcohol testing, is a condition of hire and a requirement of continued employment. This position is classified as safety sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
COMPENSATION:
- Starting wage is $25.53/ hour, with full salary range of the position being $25.53 – $31.91. Full-time benefit package. All tools, uniforms and PPE provided.