Airport Shuttle Bus Diesel Mechanic

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

ABM is hiring Diesel Mechanic at OHare Airport. The Diesel Mechanic performs a highly important full range of skilled mechanical maintenance diagnostic inspection and repair duties on passenger shuttle buses.

Pay: $31/hour
The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicants
experience skills abilities geographic location and alignment with market data.

Responsibilities

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 powered buses.

Perform general installation 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 equipment. Maintain a 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-powered equipment.

Operating and 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 motorized vehicles and equipment.

Operational hazards and standard safety practices are necessary in the area of assigned work. Principles and procedures of record keeping.

Safe driving principles and practices.

Qualifications

Ability:

Perform the full range of mechanical work including the diagnosing troubleshooting and repairing of equipment.

Inspect maintain overhaul repair and adjust gas- and diesel-powered equipment. 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.

Interpret and apply 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 instructions.

Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience:

Four years of experience as a mechanic including experience working with school buses gas and diesel engines or passenger shuttle buses

Any certificates or proof of continuing education in the mechanical field i.e. Cummins Caterpillar Allison transmissions welding etc.

Suspension & Steering Brakes Electrical Systems and Heating & Air Conditioning strongly preferred.

Qualifications:

Must be 21 years of age or older

License or Certificate: ASE certifications in engine repair Automatic Transmission.

This role requires a CDL A or B with a specific class and endorsement requirement

DescriptionABM is hiring Diesel Mechanic at OHare Airport. The Diesel Mechanic performs a highly important full range of skilled mechanical maintenance diagnostic inspection and repair duties on passenger shuttle buses.Pay: $31/hour The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this pos...