Mechanic

Performs skilled journey level mechanic work in the maintenance and repair of automotive, light, and medium duty transit/paratransit, and heavy transit bus and related equipment. Diagnose malfunctions and accomplish repairs in the shop or in the field as needed. Work involves skilled tasks in the mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagnosis, repair and ongoing fleet maintenance of automobiles, buses, and related equipment to include onboard fare collection, DVR, communication equipment, next stop announcement and ITS system.

BENEFITS:

All employees are eligible to receive:

· Medical	· Dental
· Vision	· Life Insurance
· Paid Holidays · Employee Assistance Program · Free Bus Pass	· General Leave · Department of Retirement Systems PERS2 or PERS3 enrollment · Voluntary Flexible Spending Account

Benefits begin the first day of the month following the date of hire.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the job. A typical way to meet this requirement would be:

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Vocational training in vehicle maintenance and repair

· Two years of journey-level experience as a diesel fleet mechanic which includes the repair and maintenance of medium to heavy duty trucks or buses

· Prior experience with wheelchair lift, air, electrical and electronic systems as found on transit coaches preferred

· Valid Washington State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

· Maintain acceptable driving record

· Must possess or be able to obtain a 609 A/C certification within 90 days of employment