Diesel Technician / Mechanic

OVERVIEW OF KRAPF GROUP:

Krapf Group Vision: Provide the best passenger transportation anytime, anywhere. Krapf is serious about service and safety. We are one of the largest private, family-owned school bus contractors in the U.S. In addition, Krapf has transit, paratransit and charter lines of business. Founded in 1942 with two employees, Krapf has grown to thousands of employees in multiple states. Krapf Corporate Headquarters is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania.

EXPECTATIONS:

• Support Krapf vision and mission in all activities
• Demonstrate Krapf Core Values of commitment, open communication, respect and excellent service
• Represent Krapf in a professional, business-like manner
• Comply with all Krapf employee and safety policies

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide basic, preventive maintenance and systems and electronics diagnosis and repair for diesel and non-diesel vehicles on a scheduled basis in accordance with the company’s Maintenance Excellence Program. Also provide basic emergency road service as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with company safe work practices and procedures to reduce hazard exposure
• Perform timely preventive maintenance of vehicles in compliance with company requirements and division schedules within the framework of Krapf Maintenance Policy
• Perform state inspections
• Perform oil changes and lubricate chassis
• Check and replenish vehicle fluids including oil, water, power steering, transmission, differential and washer fluids
• Inspect tires, belts and hoses and correct problems as needed
• Inspect steering and alignment components and diagnose problems to facilitate repairs
• Inspect exhaust system and suspension systems for defects and repair as needed
• Inspect and service brake systems with supervision
• Adjust, replace and/or repair lighting components, and replace and repair accessories such as heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers
• Inspect all occupant safety systems such as seatbelts, wheelchair locks, wheelchair lifts, etc. and make adjustments as needed
• Provide minor emergency road service as needed
• Complete daily paperwork as required by assignments
• Assist with snow and ice removal as needed
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Lead Technician

DIRECT REPORTS:

• None