Mechanic A

Company: transdevna
Location: Jackson
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

Overview

Transit Mechanics needed at JATRAN.

Transdev is actively seeking ASE certified technicians for their fixed and paratransit service in Jackson, MS. We are looking for qualified and experienced fleet technicians to diagnose and repair vehicles and equipment, with daily safety inspections, under general supervision.

Join Transdev at JATRAN and become a part of the largest private-sector operator of transportation in North America one that cares about its employees, passengers and the communities they serve.

Why Work with Us?

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• Competitive Wages
  
• Comprehensive benefits including health (medical, dental, and vision) and group life insurance
  
• Career advancement opportunities owing to Transdevs presence in over 200+ communities across North America
  
• Bonus paid yearly for all certifications
  
  
  Responsibilities
  
  
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  • Performs transit vehicle maintenance that are compliant with Transdev standards
    
  • Inspects, diagnoses, services and/or repairs all assigned transit vehicles and related mechanical equipment
    
  • Ensures accurate upgrades and/or modifications on coach systems, road calls, and on-the-road repairs as needed
    
  • Coaches and monitors team members on the work team
    
  • Other duties as required
    
    
    Qualifications
    
    
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    • Must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
      
    • Maintenance experience with all types of heavy duty transit equipment
      
    • For Mechanic A level: 5+ years experience
      
    • Commercial Driving License with passenger and airbrake endorsements (We offer development opportunities for obtaining your license)
      
    • Appropriate Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred
      
    • Excellent communication skills with ability to read, interpret safety documents, blue prints, schematics and other mechanical diagrams
      
    • Ability to pass a DOT physical examination, including a background and drug test
      
      
      Physical Requirements:
      
      
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      • Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
        
      • Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; reach with hands or arms; and talk or hear.
        
      • Frequently required to sit.
        
      • Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; and smell.
        
      • Occasionally required to lift up to 75 pounds.
        
      • Must be able to work in extreme heat and cold and in a damp environment with moderate noise.
        
      • May be exposed to water, fumes, and chemicals.
        
        
        If you have any questions, please contact usat demario.height@transdev.com or shulonda.chaffee@transdev.com
        
        For more information please visit our website at www.transdevna.com/careers
        
        The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
        
        The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
        
        Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
        
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        Drug free workplace
        
        If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in US without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check
        
        Job LocationsUS-MS-Jackson
        
        Posted Date3 days ago(2/11/2020 5:37 PM)
        
        Requisition ID2020-12242
        
        Position CategoryMaintenance/Mechanics/Parts/Utility/Materials
        
        Internal Reference698
        
        Company/DivisionTransdev Services

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