Job Description

Chapel Hill Transit Bus Mechanic

Chapel Hill Transit's bus mechanics keep our fleet moving! We constantly upgrade our 150 fleet vehicles and offer continuous training to keep your skills current. We provide a tool allowance and starter tools for qualifying employees. Our generous benefits package, career progression options, and ongoing training opportunities make Chapel Hill Transit a desirable employer for mechanics seeking a career opportunity. We will consider mechanics at all levels of skills and experience. Pay will be commensurate with skill level.

Salary ranges:

• Mech 1: $51,628 - $82,605
• Mech 2: $54,210 - $86,735
• Mech 3: $59,766 - $96,222

The purpose of this position is to provide vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair to all of the town's departments. This is accomplished by performing diagnostics, removing and repairing motors, engine parts, electrical systems, as well as hybrid vehicles. Other duties include acetylene and plasma cutting.

Essential Functions

• Performs vehicle maintenance procedures such as tune ups, oil and filter changes, electrical system checks, drive train component checks brake repairs and air conditioning repairs on all department vehicles
• Performs corrective maintenance procedures including hydraulic electronic electrical and various degrees of engine repair
• Performs Preventative Maintenance inspections on all CHT vehicles as assigned
• Performs a variety of engine diagnostic procedures using hand held and computerized testing equipment
• Performs NC State required inspections
• Maintains work area in a safe and professional manner
• Performs other duties as required Complexity of work assigned varies depending on mechanic's skill level.

Supervision: None Physical Demands The work is typically performed while standing stooping bending. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity and strength. Work Environment The work is typically performed in a shop.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge Of Troubleshoots, repairs, rebuilds and performs preventive maintenance on major bus components including engines, transmissions, differentials, air conditioning systems, compressors, wheelchair lifts/ramps, and various electrical parts Ability To Communicate effectively orally and in writing Use various hand and power tools; read blueprints and schematic drawings; communicate effective orally and in writing Establish effective working relationships with others; provide guidance to other employees Model behaviors that are consistent with our values of RESPECT Education A high school diploma or its equivalent. Associate's degree or Trade School diploma preferred Experience Minimum of one year of experience as a mechanic Certifications Possession of a valid NC CDL B with P (Passenger Endorsement) or the ability to obtain within six months of hire. Chapel Hill Transit will pay for the employee's CDL licensure. Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina. NC Medical DOT Card Revised: October 1, 2013

Supplemental Information

This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Here is just a small sampling of the benefits we can offer you:

• 100% employer paid health and dental insurance
• Pension plan through the state of NC
• 401K
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Paid Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 6 weeks paid Parental Leave after 1 year of service

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