Transit Diesel Mechanic

HUALAPAI PREFERENCE
Position: Transit Diesel Mechanic
Department: Grand Canyon West
Classification: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: H8
Supervisor: Transportation Manager

Disclaimer: Position Description is not meant to encompass all aspects of this position; other duties may be assigned.

Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Transportation Manager, a successful applicant will maintain and service diesel transit vehicles. Applicants will diagnose and repair vehicles according to standards set by the Transportation Department. When necessary, applicants will be on call should they be required to perform their duties if there is a mechanical issue.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and detect mechanical faults in transit vehicles manually or by use of computer diagnostic programs.
• Inspect and examine vehicles and certify that vehicles are safe and fully operational.
• Complete annual inspections and produce the proper documentation when requested.
• Maintain and repair vehicles in a timely manner.
• Establish and document a routine of preventive maintenance procedures.
• Communicate with drivers and supervisory personnel.

• Ensure that we have enough transits to properly provide services to our guests, as part of the GCW (Grand Canyon West) Transit System, transporting passengers from one location to another, as directed by route, or supervisor.

• Other tasks and duties as deemed necessary by Transportation Management

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Must be ASE certified or have equivalent certification and can provide documentation.
• Must possess and/or identify necessary tools and equipment needed to accomplish required tasks.
• Must have and maintain excellent attendance record
• Must have diagnostic and problem-solving skills and the ability to learn quickly
• Must be able to quickly identify mechanical issues and ability to anticipate such issues
• Must be dexterous and energetic, skilled at using complex hand tools
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Must maintain a positive and professional work environment
• Must be able to pass mandatory drug screen prior to employment

Qualifications:

1. Must possess or be able to acquire within 6 months, valid Arizona commercial drivers license (Class B) with passenger/air brake endorsement and be eligible to be placed on the Tribes insurance
   
2. High school diploma or GED
3. Position requires physical effort such as walking, lifting (up to 75 pounds), standing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, assisting customers, securing wheelchairs and other mobility devices
   

Working Conditions:

1. Requires that you may have to work outside in all working conditions.

1. Must be able to work varying schedules, weekends, holidays.

Position requires sitting for some length of time with constant head, arm, hand and foot movement