Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) · 2 days ago
Technician 1 Qualified
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$42/hr - $44/hr
5+ years expCentral Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is seeking a Technician 1 Qualified to perform essential maintenance and repair functions on their vehicles. The role involves inspecting, troubleshooting, and replacing components, as well as diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues to ensure vehicle operation.
RailroadTransportation
Responsibilities
Inspecting, troubleshooting, removing, repairing, and/or replacing all types of components/units as required
Inspecting, troubleshooting electrical units, removing/replacing faulty components on the Authority's vehicles; performing electrical work including diagnosing, removing, and replacing electrical/electronic components and performing wiring repairs
Troubleshooting, with or without test equipment, various troubles encountered with engines and other units affecting vehicle operation
Removing and installing major units on coaches including transmissions, engines, differentials, and axle tubes
Overhauling or repairing units of Authority equipment requiring general shop work
Replacing worn parts, bearings, bushings, and other related equipment
Removing broken screws, bolts, and studs by normal extraction methods, using caution to correctly torque by fastener size, also using compounds to guard against heat, rust, and seizure
Diagnosing and repairing electrical, electronic, and air conditioning troubles in all types of electrical and electronic equipment associated with the Authority's vehicles
Overhauling major units of electrical, electronic, and air conditioning equipment in Authority vehicles and facilities
Re-wiring electrical and electronic systems of all types on Authority vehicles and facilities, testing circuits, and making final connections or adjustments
Removing and installing parts, body panels, and/or assemblies as required to gain access to faulty components to perform duties of this line of progression
Qualification
Required
Must have a minimum of five or more years' experience in transit or similar line of work
Must obtain CNG-FSI certification and EPA 609
Must pass National Occupational Competency Testing Institute test with a minimum passing score of 80%
Must possess or obtain NFPA 70E Arc Flash within six months of taking the position
Must complete Cummins Engine Overhaul class within one year of taking the position
Must pass practical exams for brakes, tune-up, radiator replacement, transmission / rear seal, and front seal / rear cover placement within one year of taking position
Must have or obtain six (6) OEM training modules from Engine, Transmission, Fuel System, Brakes, HVAC, AMEREX, and/or Programmable Logic Controller. Completion of the six modules must be obtained within one year of taking the position
Must possess the proper tools that are required to perform the duties of this position
Must Elect to become a T1 Qualified upon completion of required testing
Benefits
Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Discounts
COTA Bus Pass
Wellness Initiatives
On-Site Chair Massage
On-Site Health Coach
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Repayment Program
Public Pension through OPERS & Ohio Deferred Compensation
Company
Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA)
Central Ohio’s Mobility Solutions Provider. We connect communities every day with affordable transit options that open doors to opportunity for all.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.7MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Transportation
2020-12-28Grant· $1.7M
Leadership Team
Joanna M. Pinkerton, PE
President & CEO
Monica Tellez-Fowler
Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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