VITRAN Mass Transit Bus Mechanic I

DEFINITION
 
The employee in this position performs advanced assignments in the diagnostic and repair of transit buses. An incumbent would have completed the journey-man's level experience. He/she works under the general supervision of the Maintenance Shop Supervisor to complete assignments assigned through the Territorial Chief of Maintenance The employee documents all repairs in accordance to shop rules and procedures.
 
 

Conducts extensive diagnostic procedures to validate sources of complications in order to provide accurate repair recommendation.

Ensures all repair orders (vehicle condition reports, and other administrative work) are documented and submitted for confirmation. Proceeds with and prioritizes all needed repairs which will include those identified by a driver or is assigned by the Shop Supervisor.

Removes, repairs, and replaces all major damaged parts on all Vitran's fixed routes, ADA's, and operations vehicles (transmission, engine, clutch, brakes, etc.).

Ensures all vehicles are free of complications prior to dispatch.

Instructs and monitors all subordinate technicians' repairs and conducts on the job training as requested by the Shop Supervisor.

Maintains familiarity with geographical area and equipment so as to eliminate extended breakdowns and assist in operational needs.

Maintains a professional work shop attire.

Performs Maintenance Shop Supervisor's duties in his or her absence.

Performs other related work as assigned or required.

High school diploma with five-hundred (500) hours of technical training and hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
 
                                                          OR
 
Five (5) years of experience in the field of Public Transportation Maintenance.
 FACTOR 1- KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
 
Knowledge of the operation of a maintenance shop and the use of tools and equipment.
 
Ability to perform simple mathematical computations and measurements; ability to read and write.
 
Ability to perform specialized and journey-man's level mechanical duties; physical agility to lift objects in excess of seventy (70) pounds.
 
Analytical skills in order to diagnose problems and make decisions about the most suitable repairs; ability to pay attention to detail.

FACTOR 2 – SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
 
Employee works under minimal supervision from the Maintenance Shop Supervisor or any other higher level official who assigns duties and provides guidance. The employee's work is controlled by reporting to and in consultation with the Maintenance Shop Supervisor or other higher level official.
 
FACTOR 3 – GUIDELINES
 
The employee must follow departmental and OSHA) guidelines, policies and procedures.
 
FACTOR 4- COMPLEXITY
 
After receiving assignments from the Maintenance Shop Supervisor, an incumbent conducts the required diagnostic tests and/or performs the required preventive maintenance tasks. Upon analyzing the diagnostic tests, he/she prepares documentation of the job(s) to be performed along with recommendations for its completion. The incumbent is required to complete the job(s) with little or no supervision; however, assistance from subordinate personnel is incorporated.

FACTOR 5 – SCOPE AND EFFECT
To diagnose and repair transit buses, in addition to conducting preventative maintenance, hence ensuring the safety of public transportation.

FACTOR 6- PERSONAL CONTACTS
 
Contacts are with, managerial personnel, employees from other government agencies, and other administrative officials.
 
FACTOR 7 – PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
 
The purpose of contacts is to provide and/or exchange information concerning the progress on repairs to transit buses following all diagnoses.
 
FACTOR 8 – PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 
Physical agility to lift objects in excess of seventy (70) pounds; ability to talk and hear within normal range; read and analyze  information in shop manual and books; physical dexterity to manipulate objects and mechanical tools during the course of work.
  
FACTOR 9- WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is performed in a maintenance warehouse or a maintenance shop. Level of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound may vary in the work environment.