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Keolis Commuter Services · 4 months ago

Mechanic - Tech A

Woodbridge, Virginia, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$41.50/hr - $41.50/hr

3+ years exp

Keolis Commuter Services is dedicated to providing an outstanding passenger experience in public transit. The Mechanic - Tech A role involves diagnosing and repairing coaches, focusing on complex systems and ensuring vehicles are in proper working order.

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Responsibilities

Detect, diagnose and repairs coaches concentrating on major complicated / complex problems including but are not limited to; ADA equipment, air conditioning, brakes, chassis, cooling system, engine, interior/exterior lighting, gauges and controls, safety equipment, fire suppression system, sensitive edges, tires and transmissions

Performs both in-house and road call coach repairs using various hand, power, pneumatic and precision tools

Performs upgrades and/or modifications on coach systems and equipment per manufactures recommendations or client requests

Utilizes computer diagnostic equipment to include but not limited to; Cummins Insite, Allison prognostics, complex electrical schematics; ladder logic diagrams, VANSCO and DINEX coach control systems to diagnose troubleshoot coach electrical functions

Researches and evaluates coach problems, provides comprehensive analysis to management in both written and oral format

Assists Foreman to tracks trends, parts usage and costs utilizing work orders, preventative maintenance sheets, road calls and experience

Test coaches for proper working order including road-driving tests

Fills out work orders specifying parts and labor

Answers questions and assists Mechanic B and Mechanic C by providing professional direction

Performs on-the –job instruction to Mechanic B and Mechanic C pertaining to diagnosis and operational theory

Inspects reviews and evaluates work performance

Qualification

Heavy equipment maintenanceASE Transit CertificationsComplex diagnostic equipmentComponent/System understandingTechnical degreeEquivalentLeadership skillsCommunication skillsDetail orientedMentoring ability

Required

High school diploma or GED required

Three (3) to Five (5) years progressive heavy equipment maintenance experience required

Experience with heavy equipment required

Understanding of all systems onboard the fleet transportation vehicles

Component/System understanding: Air Conditioning, Brakes, Engine, Transmission, Suspension and Steering, Electrical, Fuel, Lubrication, and Differentials

Experience with complex diagnostic computer equipment and software required

Must have an in-depth understanding of the design, adjustment, and overhaul of ADA equipment, air conditioning, brakes, chassis, cooling system, engine, interior/exterior lighting, gauges and controls, safety equipment, fire suppression system and sensitive edges, tires and transmissions

Must be able to work amid constant interruptions, have ability to prioritize and be detail oriented

Must have leadership skills and ability to mentor and provide instruction

Must have good communication skills, ability to both verbally and in written format document questions and diagnostic information to management personnel

Must be able to perform physical activities including working on top of coaches and lifting up to seventy-five (75) pounds

Must be flexible and work in a 24/7 environment

Must have clean driving record and a Commercial Driver's License

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check