Mechanic First Class
On-site · Lansing, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Mechanic First Class sought to inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel and gas engines and components, including complete diesel tune-ups, overhauls, machining, electrical systems, heating/air conditioning, chassis wiring, welds, and installation/removal of fareboxes. Requires a complete personal tool set up to 11⁄4 inch wrenches, Michigan driver’s license with a clean record, Michigan Group B CDL with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsement within 90 days, and ability to obtain an Industrial Forklift permit within 30 days. Must be able to work any shift, read/speak English, maintain a neat appearance, and pass physical, vision, and drug screening, ASE PM and six Michigan certification tests with at least 70% on a written qualification. This on-site role is based in Lansing, MI and is part of the Maintenance team for public transportation.
Required Qualifications
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license from the State of Michigan and submit a clean five (5) year driving record with the application.
- Must possess a Michigan Chauffeur-based “BP” temporary instruction CDL permit (T.I.P.) prior to hire date.
- Must possess a valid State of Michigan Group B Commercial Driver License with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsement within 90 days of hire.
- Must be able to obtain an Industrial Forklift permit within 30 days of employment.
- CATA does operate 7 days a week, and you are expected to be available to work any shift
- This is not seasonal or on-call work.
- Able to read and speak English with comprehension and follow procedures and policies.
- Very neat appearance.
- Exceptional attendance is required to meet ongoing service requirements for public transportation. Must be dependable.
- Consistently provide prompt, courteous, and appropriate service to the public.
- Must be able to pass a physical examination, vision screening, and drug screen administered by a physician designated by the Capital Area Transportation Authority.
- Must be able to pass the ASE test on Preventative Maintenance (PM), six (6) of the State of Michigan certification tests, and pass a written qualification test administered by the Authority with a passing score of 70 percent (70%).
- This job description is stated in general terms and does not describe all duties which may be assigned or required.
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