Journey Level Mechanic
Journey Level Mechanic
Salary: $32.30 - $36.66 Hourly
Location: Lakewood, WA
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Maintenance
Job Number: 19018
Closing: 5/13/2019 4:00 PM Pacific
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Pierce Transit is an independent municipal organization dedicated to fulfilling the mission of improving people's quality of life by providing safe, reliable, innovative and useful transportation services that are locally based and regionally connected.
We are recruiting for two (2) seasoned and highly skilled Journey Level Mechanics to join the Fleet Maintenance team.
If you or someone you know is a Journey Level Mechanic looking for a career with a well-establsihed employer that can offer a career with a future and a comprehensive benefits package then we invite you to consider Pierce Transit.
The individuals we are looking for are well-rounded professionals with the skills and abilities to step into a high performing team. They will have a reputation for keeping safety at the forefront, being reliable, and taking great pride in their work.
We intend to select individuals who will value the excellent reputation we have established with our community and the passengers who rely on us every day. Some of the regular duties in this role will include:- Providing preventative maintenance;
- Troubleshooting and diagnosing issues;
- Repairing natural gas, diesel, and gasoline powered vehicles and equipment.
- Essential Functions
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The following functions are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Diagnoses malfunctions and adjusts fuel, electrical, programmable logic controls (PLC's) and mechanical systems to specifications.
- Repairs, adjusts, or replaces complete or integral parts of natural gas, diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, drive trains and differentials, and lubrication, cooling, exhaust after treatment, and air or hydraulic systems.
- Removes, rebuilds, and replaces automatic transmissions in buses, trucks and automobiles.
- Inspects, adjusts, troubleshoots, and repairs bus door operation, air-ride systems, steering systems, and wheelchair lifts.
- Makes bus changes throughout the Pierce Transit service area.
- Notifies the Fleet Assistant Manager, or delegate, of necessary repairs that had not previously been assigned.
- Enters work order data on Agency personal computers and on handwritten work orders.
- Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
- Regular and predictable attendance is required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Qualifications
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Knowledge of and skill in applying:
- Methods, materials, tools, and standard practices related to the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.
- Principles of spark-ignited or diesel powered engines.
- Safety precautions followed in heavy equipment repair shops.
- Skill in and ability to:
- Use jacks, wrenches, grease guns, hydraulic hoists, cleaning materials and other tools and equipment used in the service and repair of heavy equipment.
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
- Work with other employees in a directed work team environment.
- Conceptualize required work through personal observation or a verbal description and determine what is necessary to obtain quality results.
- Perform computerized work order procedures.
- Pass a job-related examination; pass federally required drug and alcohol testing.
- Drive all job-related vehicles and maintain a valid Washington State driver's license and CDL as required.
Candidates must meet at least one of the following:- Three (3) years of journey-level mechanical work experience in transit, bus, or over-the-road coach maintenance. Experience must include at least one year of heavy duty diesel mechanic work experience or alternative fueled spark ignited engines.
- Completion of a two (2) year diesel mechanic vocational course of study plus two (2) years journey-level mechanical work.
- Certification as a diesel mechanic by a private or public agency recognized by Pierce Transit;
- Completion of a four (4) year diesel mechanic apprentice program.
- Must possess a valid Washington State driver's license with an acceptable driving record at the time of hire and throughout employment in this position and obtain a Class B Commercial License permit within thirty (30) days of hire and obtain a Class B CDL with air brake and passenger endorsements within ninety (90) days of hire.
- Must be willing to work any shift (assignment to swing shift, graveyard and/or weekends likely).
- Must have the ability to perform the essential functions as described above including the ability to maneuver objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
- Must possess a complete set of heavy equipment tools and a roll-a-way tool box necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Desired:
- Journey level mechanical work experience on natural gas or propane-powered spark-ignited vehicles or equipment.
- Experience acquired at a heavy duty truck or equipment dealership is highly desired.
Pierce Transit reserves the right to under fill this position with a Mechanic I if we are not successful in identifying a candidate with sufficient qualifications to meet the requirements of the journey level classification. Those hired at the Mechanic I classification will be given on-the-job training with the end goal of achieving Journey Level Mechanic standing.
Representation:
This position is represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local #578. - Supplemental Information
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Any required education must come from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U S Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this vacancy, you must apply online via https://www.piercetransit.org/careers/.- The online application must include a chronological work history and/or education, applicants must also attach resumes and/or cover letters as required to be considered for this position.
- A letter of interest (when required) must clearly describe how you meet the QUALIFICATIONS as listed.
- At least 3 professional references should be included with names, professional titles, and current phone numbers.
READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:
- Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting.
- Please ensure that your work history has been updated to include employment end dates as applicable.
- The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the information provided in the supplemental questions and the content and completeness of the "work experience" and "education" sections of your application at www.piercetransit/careers/.
- A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.
- All information may be verified and documentation may be required.
For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact Jean Carlson at 253-581-8081 or jecarlson@piercetransit.org
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Pierce Transit Is An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Pierce Transit has a strong commitment to the community we serve and our employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.
Pierce Transit's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.