Automotive/Bus Maintenance Technician

Classification: Non-Exempt

Location: Operations - 8800 Corridor Rd. Annapolis Junction, MD

Reports to: Maintenance Manager, Shift Supervisor or their designee

Salary Range: $26.50 per hour - $30.00 per hour (DOQ) (PM shift differential offered)

ABOUT US

The Regional Transportation Agency (RTA) manages and operates public transportation in Anne Arundel County, Howard County, northern Prince George’s County, and the City of Laurel. The RTA employs 150 administrative and operational staff out of our Annapolis-Junction location.

JOB DESCRIPTION

RTA is actively seeking an Automotive/Bus Maintenance Technician for our fleet of transit, medium-duty buses and light-duty service vehicles.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Demonstrates behaviors that are consistent with standards for professional and ethical conduct
• Inspects, diagnoses, services and/or repairs transit vehicles and related mechanical equipment
• Troubleshoot, remove, clean, repair, reinstall and adjust vehicle components:
• Engine, fuel and emission components
• Driveline components including transmissions and drive axles
• Electrical/ electronic components
• Brakes/ suspension/ steering/ exhaust
• Cab/ chassis
• Air systems
• Ensure work orders are detailed and properly completed. Must be able to use the Company’s computerized maintenance management system.
• Select the most appropriate course of action for efficient, effective repairs using mechanical knowledge, diagnostic tools and equipment, gauges, micrometers and measuring devices and computerized diagnostic software (laptops).
• Evaluate completed work prior to release to ensure accuracy and sufficient detail
• Ensure safe use of power and hand-held tools
• Perform road calls and emergency services as needed
• Move vehicles safely between the lot, shop and work areas
• Communicate professionally with customers, team members and supervisors
• Actively participate in safety or educational training as required
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience monitoring and meeting preventive maintenance (PM) schedules and operating automotive repair shop equipment.
• Ability to work independently performing over the road and shop repairs
• Ability to learn new technologies
• Demonstrated ability to use computerized diagnostic equipment, manufacturer and aftermarket diagnostic software, gauges, measuring devices, and manuals and wiring schematics
• Strong communication skills, bringing demonstrated abilities of building solid relationships with superiors, peers and subordinates