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Home My WebLink AboutMechanic III - TransitUpdated: March 2024 CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION Posi�on Title: Mechanic III – Transit Department: Transporta�on Services Division: Transit Supervisor: Opera�ons Supervisor FLSA: Non-Exempt Civil Service: Yes Pay Grade: 13 Job Number: 1308 Job Summary Under general direc�on, performs advanced service, maintenance and repairs of heavy-duty transit coaches and other equipment in the City transit fleet. Determines the mechanical safety of light duty and heavy-duty transit bus prior to release for passenger service. Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Ensures that safety-sensi�ve repairs on vehicles used for public transporta�on are completed correctly. • Serves as head technician on an assigned shi�, inspects City transit fleet and equipment for safety defects and road worthiness, removes vehicles from service due to defects, inspects mechanical func�ons including the engine, transmission, suspension, steering, brakes, lights, �res, hoses and exhaust systems. • Diagnoses of mechanical problems, electrical components, cooling components and chair ramps and determines the extent of necessary repairs using knowledge and specialized equipment. • Repairs, adjusts and rebuilds components of engines, transmissions, air condi�oning units, brakes and coach accessories, and any other necessary repairs, performs work on other special projects such as re-powering or upda�ng buses. • Raises vehicles using hydraulic jack or hoists to remove or replace units such as an engine, wheels and �res, transmission or differen�al. • Tunes up engines, replaces, fits and adjusts components and replaces parts including fuel injectors, fuel pumps, fuel lines, fuel tanks, brakes and bearings. • Relines brakes, replaces master cylinders, boosters, air brake components and turns drums and rotors, replaces, fits and adjusts radiators, water pumps and hoses. • Answers service calls, responds to emergencies, and performs repair work in the field, communicates with Mass Transit Operators, Transit Supervisors, and staff to diagnose issues. • Cleans work area and shop, repairs and maintains equipment used in repair of vehicles. • Prepares new vehicles for service and removes older ones from fleet. Updated: March 2024 • Performs preven�ve maintenance to the transit bus fleet including electrical, hydraulic, pneuma�c, suspension, fuel systems, differen�als, engine, transmission, air brakes, passenger li�s or ramps hea�ng, ven�la�on, air condi�oning systems and any other necessary equipment. • Reports �me and material costs on work orders using computerized fleet maintenance system for labor, parts, materials and nota�ons, repair order forms and other related paperwork. • Performs component rebuilding and recondi�oning services in hydraulics, pumps and other units on transit coaches and other transit equipment. • Furnishes personal tools for use in performing job du�es. • Repairs SEATS paratransit vans as needed, repairs passenger li�s, air-condi�oning, brake work and other necessary items to paratransit vans. • Par�cipates in on-going training and development, including emerging technologies, and assists in the training and development of staff. • Contacts other transit facili�es to share informa�on and trade parts, may contact vendors for part orders or issues with parts. • Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and community. • Performs other du�es as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on; or four years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of educa�on and experience. Degree in Automo�ve/Diesel Mechanics. Experience in heavy duty bus maintenance, auto/diesel mechanics, fleet maintenance, or related. • Air brake inspec�on cer�fica�on. Air condi�oning material handling cer�fica�on. Forkli� operator’s cer�ficate. Valid State of Iowa Class B commercial driver's license with air brake and passenger endorsement. Meet federal drug tes�ng requirements. A pre- employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on and one year of related experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of educa�on and experience. Experience in welding, fabrica�on and component rebuilding and recondi�oning. Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, propor�ons, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. • Ability to diagnose engine malfunc�ons and perform necessary repairs before releasing vehicle into passenger service. Updated: March 2024 • Ability to interpret a variety of instruc�ons furnished in writen, oral, diagram, or schedule form. • Ability to perform basic mathema�cal calcula�ons and compute torque values, metric conversions and measurement of equipment tolerances. • Ability to prepare writen and computerized repair orders. • Ability to read and interpret service and parts manuals, diagrams and technical informa�on, safety rules, opera�ng and maintenance instruc�ons, and procedure manuals. • Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es. • Ability to solve prac�cal problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situa�ons where only limited standardiza�on exists. • Ability to speak effec�vely before groups of customers or employees of organiza�on. • Advanced technical knowledge of equipment complexity and increased use of computers to troubleshoot vehicles, and the increased use of computers to run vehicles. • Knowledge of EPA (Environmental Protec�on Agency) and OSHA (Occupa�onal Safety and Health Administra�on) regula�ons. • Knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, electrical systems, computerized engine control and fuel systems. • Knowledge of safety defects. • Knowledge of welding, fabrica�on and component rebuilding and recondi�oning. • Skill in the use of tools and repair equipment including engine, electrical and digital diagnos�c equipment and precision measuring equipment. Supervision Involves leadership role such as regularly guiding, training, and providing direction to permanent staff in completing basic, entry-level daily tasks and assignments. Does not carry out disciplinary action, does not hire or fire, is not responsible for writing or delivering performance review. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves 25 pounds, and will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Updated: March 2024 Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, vibration, confined space, and traffic hazards. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather condition, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings, and animals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Involves more than moderate exposure to dangerous situations. Involves more than moderate exposure to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations. Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reviewed/Approved by: Darian Nagle-Gamm, Transporta�on Services Director (4/2024) I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Employee Date ________________________________ __________________