Department:Transit
About Our JobDo you have mechanical experience in the automotive or heavy truck industry? Do you have ASE certifications now or have the desire and ability to become ASE certified? Our Breeze Transit department is in need of someone with skilled diagnostic abilities, capable of repair and preventative maintenance on both medium and heavy-duty diesel buses, as well as gas-powered support vehicles. We run a Monday through Friday first-shift schedule for all mechanic positions. Entry-level position starts out paying $23.54/hr (Step 4) + $2.00/hr pay additive, with higher pay (steps) for those with experience. Full benefits begin within 60 days of hire, vacation and holiday time starts to accrue on day one and our ASE program pays .20 per hour per ASE certification with 36 total payable certifications available.
Job Description: About the PositionIn this role, you will...
- Diagnose, maintain, overhaul, inspect, and repair fixed route bus systems and components. Examples include, but not are limited to, the following: engines, transmissions, electrical, pneumatic, braking, and hydraulic systems, wheelchair ramps and ADA equipment, fareboxes, and electronic equipment.
- Utilize a laptop computer, handheld scanners, computer software, technical manuals, and online media to correctly diagnose and repair vehicle systems and components.
- Perform service calls and trade buses out for the operations department as required.
- Enter repair information, labor hours, and detailed notes into the maintenance information system.
- Update your hours worked into your Workday timecard system daily.
- Accurately fill out PMI forms and submit them to your supervisor in a timely manner.
- Clean shop, grounds, vehicle wash areas, and vehicles as required by operational needs.
- Repair shop equipment, as necessary.
Work Hours:- Full-Time, 40 hours per week.
- Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Rotating on-call schedule to cover the weekends, when needed.
About YouMinimum Qualifications:- High School Diploma or equivalent education.
- Two (2) years of experience in the automotive/heavy equipment/transit repair industry.
- Valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire.
- Must possess or be willing to obtain a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements within six (6) months after the date of hire. (We're willing to help with this!)
- Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) certifications in Transit Brakes (H4) and Steering and Suspension (H5) are not required at the time of hire but must be obtained within twelve (12) months from the date of hire. (We're willing to help with this, too!)
** Must supply own basic tool set and rolling toolbox upon hire.
This position is eligible for a $1,200 annual tool allowance. **
Certifications we're willing to help you obtain: Automotive (A) series, Transit (H) series, Heavy Truck (T) series, and for some of the advanced level certifications.
Preferred Qualifications:
- E.P.A. Section 608 & 609 certifications.
Physical Demands: Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Individuals must regularly bend, stretch, and use arms, back, and legs to perform job task requirements necessary to accomplish position duties.
Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five (5) years.
About Everything ElseStarting Pay Rate: $23.54 (Step 4) + $2.00/hr pay additive (bringing your hourly rate to $25.54/hr)Potential higher pay (steps) for those with multiple years of experience.For Master status, as well as
each A.S.E. Certification obtained, there is an
additional $0.20/hr pay additive!
Employee Type:Regular (Budgeted)
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s). If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day DocumentsYou will need to present the following items on your first day: 1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: - If your position requires a Florida Driver's License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver's License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above - List B Documents.)
2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above - List C Documents.)
Benefits:- Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more!
- For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.
- Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms and classes at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
- Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)
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