Hillsborough Area Regional Transit - Technician Jobs in Tampa, FL

POSITION PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for the repair, service and preventative maintenance of the Authority’s vehicles.  This is a semi-skilled position. HART offers a comprehensive in-house training program and performance based promotional opportunities. Applicants must successfully pass a written competency test and have a compliment of hand tools. HART will train people to obtain the CDL if necessary.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs maintenance and repair on transit buses, mechanical equipment, and/or automotive vehicles, both gasoline and diesel powered, including but not limited to engine adjustment, braking systems, shock absorbers and suspension systems and electrical and hydraulic parts and components.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance including oil changes and tune-ups, troubleshooting inspections to determine need for repairs, and road test vehicles upon completion of repairs.
• Performs some service calls and emergency repairs in the field.
• Identify mechanical problems either visually or with computer diagnostic equipment.
• Maintains records of work performed.
• Assists high-level mechanics in more difficult and complex maintenance and repair tasks.
• Examine critical parts and systems using a standard checklist; repair or replace malfunctioning parts.
• Plan and establish a timetable to complete repairs and maintenance. Notify the Fleet Manager and others of repair schedule, prioritizing repairs as needed to meet operational requirements.
• Order parts as needed for repairs.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. certificate required.
• ASE Master Technician Certification required.
• Three (3) or more years of experience as an automotive technician, mechanic, or other related field.
• Experience in transit environment, preferred. 

Machines, Tools and Equipment Used:                                                                                                       

• General maintenance tools.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Florida Driver's License; must obtain Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class (B) with “P” (Passenger) endorsement within the first 90 days of employment.
• ASE Master Technician Certification.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Proven knowledge of diagnostic and repair equipment.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to interact with a wide variety of personalities.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring physical strength and endurance, when required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a working knowledge of the agency’s technical manuals and procedures.
• Ability to pass agency specific training and qualifications as required; to work overtime, to include shift work, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work various shifts, hours and days; including overtime, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools and equipment employed in transit servicing maintenance.
• Basic computer knowledge including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards, precautions and safety requirements of the associated job duties.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Constant periods of hearing, near and far acuity, depth perception, color vision and speaking.
• Visual acuity is necessary to perform all duties.
• Frequent periods of walking and sitting.
• Frequent periods of standing and squatting.
• Occasional periods of lifting and carrying supplies and equipment weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Exposure to extreme noise when interfacing in the shop areas. Decibel range of 85+ duration on an occasional level.
• Exposure to mechanical hazards, fumes/odors, paints and chemical hazards in the shop areas.
• Subject to all weather conditions

Special Requirements:

• Must meet established training and test guidelines.
• A working home phone number.