Diesel Mechanic

Louisville, KY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 28 - 34

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Diesel Mechanic performs a highly important full range of skilled mechanical maintenance diagnostic inspection and repair duties on passenger shuttle buses.

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday (5:00am - 1:30pm)

Pay Rate: $28.00 to $34.00 per hour

The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicantsexperience skills abilities geographic locationand alignment with market data.

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABMs benefits visitABM Employee Benefits Front Line Team Members (Programa de Beneficios de ABM)

Position Summary Details

The Diesel Mechanic performs a highly important full range of skilled mechanical maintenance diagnostic inspection and repair duties on passenger shuttle buses.

Essential Duties

Inspect diagnose adjust and repair diesel poweredbuses
Perform generalinstallation repair replacement and adjustment of bearings ignitions transmissions differentials axles steering mechanisms drive shafts fenders radiators and front end and rear suspension systems
Perform a prescribed preventative maintenance program on the bus fleet and road test vehicles after work has been completed.
Inspect buses and sign forms indicating compliance with State requirements provided by law.
Perform work in adherence to safe work practices and procedures and in compliance with applicable standards and specifications including to perform work in accordance with and maintain equipment as required Patch and install seat covers and other accessories on buses.
Maintain inventory of parts and supplies on hand for the repair of vehicles; contact and compare vendors to obtain high quality supplies for the best price.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area; maintain and repair shop facilities and variety of records including vehicle identification date mileage and nature of each inspection maintenance lubrication and repair performed

Knowledge & Abilities:

Methods techniques and procedures used in the inspection maintenance overhaul repair and adjustment of diesel-poweredequipment.
Operatingand repair characteristics of a variety of automotive and shuttle bus diagnostic and repair equipment and tools.
Methods techniques and procedures used in the repair and adjustment of fuel ignition electrical and cooling systems and chassis.
Procedures of preventive maintenance related to automotive and shuttle buses.
Laws rules and regulations pertaining to shuttle bus operations and pupil transportation including DOT compliance.
Procedures of recycling and disposing of hazardous waste from motorizedvehiclesand equipment.
Operationalhazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of assigned work. Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Safe driving principles and practices.

Ability:

Performthefull range ofmechanicalwork including the diagnosing troubleshooting and repairing of equipment.
Inspect maintain overhaul repair and adjust gas- and diesel-poweredequipment. Repairs adjust fuel ignition electrical and cooling systems and chassis.
Perform acetylene and arc methods of welding on motorized vehicles and equipment. Perform electrical work on motorized vehicles and equipment.
Patch and install seat covers and other accessories. Accurately determine mechanical repair needs.
Interpretandapply the policies procedures laws codes and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
Work independently in the absence of supervision. Understand and follow oral and written instruction.
Communicateclearlyandconciselyboth orally and in writing.
Obtain a current valid Class Bdriverslicense
Establishandmaintain a positiveworkingrelationships with those contactedin thecourse of work.

Experience:

Four years of experience as a mechanic including experience working with school buses gas and diesel engines orpassenger shuttle buses
Any certificates or proof of continuing education in the mechanical field i.e. Cummins Caterpillar Allison transmissions welding etc.
License or Certificate: ASE certifications in engine repair Automatic Transmission Suspension & Steering Brakes Electrical Systems and Heating & Air Conditioning strongly preferred.

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DescriptionThe Diesel Mechanic performs a highly important full range of skilled mechanical maintenance diagnostic inspection and repair duties on passenger shuttle buses.Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday (5:00am - 1:30pm)Pay Rate: $28.00 to $34.00 per hourThe pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly r...

Description

The Diesel Mechanic performs a highly important full range of skilled mechanical maintenance diagnostic inspection and repair duties on passenger shuttle buses.

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday (5:00am - 1:30pm)

Pay Rate: $28.00 to $34.00 per hour

The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicantsexperience skills abilities geographic locationand alignment with market data.

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABMs benefits visitABM Employee Benefits Front Line Team Members (Programa de Beneficios de ABM)

Position Summary Details

The Diesel Mechanic performs a highly important full range of skilled mechanical maintenance diagnostic inspection and repair duties on passenger shuttle buses.

Essential Duties

Inspect diagnose adjust and repair diesel poweredbuses
Perform generalinstallation repair replacement and adjustment of bearings ignitions transmissions differentials axles steering mechanisms drive shafts fenders radiators and front end and rear suspension systems
Perform a prescribed preventative maintenance program on the bus fleet and road test vehicles after work has been completed.
Inspect buses and sign forms indicating compliance with State requirements provided by law.
Perform work in adherence to safe work practices and procedures and in compliance with applicable standards and specifications including to perform work in accordance with and maintain equipment as required Patch and install seat covers and other accessories on buses.
Maintain inventory of parts and supplies on hand for the repair of vehicles; contact and compare vendors to obtain high quality supplies for the best price.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area; maintain and repair shop facilities and variety of records including vehicle identification date mileage and nature of each inspection maintenance lubrication and repair performed

Knowledge & Abilities:

Methods techniques and procedures used in the inspection maintenance overhaul repair and adjustment of diesel-poweredequipment.
Operatingand repair characteristics of a variety of automotive and shuttle bus diagnostic and repair equipment and tools.
Methods techniques and procedures used in the repair and adjustment of fuel ignition electrical and cooling systems and chassis.
Procedures of preventive maintenance related to automotive and shuttle buses.
Laws rules and regulations pertaining to shuttle bus operations and pupil transportation including DOT compliance.
Procedures of recycling and disposing of hazardous waste from motorizedvehiclesand equipment.
Operationalhazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of assigned work. Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Safe driving principles and practices.

Ability:

Performthefull range ofmechanicalwork including the diagnosing troubleshooting and repairing of equipment.
Inspect maintain overhaul repair and adjust gas- and diesel-poweredequipment. Repairs adjust fuel ignition electrical and cooling systems and chassis.
Perform acetylene and arc methods of welding on motorized vehicles and equipment. Perform electrical work on motorized vehicles and equipment.
Patch and install seat covers and other accessories. Accurately determine mechanical repair needs.
Interpretandapply the policies procedures laws codes and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
Work independently in the absence of supervision. Understand and follow oral and written instruction.
Communicateclearlyandconciselyboth orally and in writing.
Obtain a current valid Class Bdriverslicense
Establishandmaintain a positiveworkingrelationships with those contactedin thecourse of work.

Experience:

Four years of experience as a mechanic including experience working with school buses gas and diesel engines orpassenger shuttle buses
Any certificates or proof of continuing education in the mechanical field i.e. Cummins Caterpillar Allison transmissions welding etc.
License or Certificate: ASE certifications in engine repair Automatic Transmission Suspension & Steering Brakes Electrical Systems and Heating & Air Conditioning strongly preferred.

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