Technician A - Orlando, United States - Lynx (Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority)

Description

Our vision is to be recognized as a world-class leader for providing and coordinating a full array of mobility and community services.

LYNX mission is to link our community by providing quality mobility options with innovation, integrity and teamwork.


JOB SUMMARY:

• This position independently performs all modes of maintenance, operation, repairs, adjustments and modifications of all subsystems and safety on transit vehicle and automotive equipment.

DUTIES:

• Carries out ordinary mechanical, hydraulic or structural maintenance repairs and adjustments.
• Determines the source of trouble, repairs or replaces defective parts or makes changes as instructed.
• Works from written or verbal instructions, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, vendor manuals and manufacturer's specifications to accomplish work.
• Applies diagnostic and analytical tools in problem solving.
• Is competent in the use of testing equipment such as compression testers, engine/transmission readers and exhaust gas analyzers.
• Executes fields repairs on road failures and tows buses if necessary.
• Provides assistance to lower grade mechanics when instructed.
• Diagnoses, tunes and repairs engines; replaces all major components including cylinder heads and other major engine components.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all electronic engine and transmission controls and sensors and wiring harness.
• Diagnoses and repairs transmissions; replaces all internal sensors/solenoids and all major components.
• Replaces engine/transmission assemblies and accessories.
• Diagnoses and repairs air systems and components and relines brakes.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all steering and suspension components.
• Diagnoses and repairs all wiring harnesses. Replaces components in electrical subsystems.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all components of wheelchair lifts. Executes A and C inspections.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces all A/C components.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to work with mínimal supervision.
• Ability to bend, stoop, walk, stretch, kneel, and lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability tow work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass physical and drug screen.
• Ability to work in open bays, inside buses and outside in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work with commercial cleaners and toxic materials.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Ability to provide own tools.
• Ability to possess a current Florida CDL license or permit, Class B with a P Airbrakes endorsement.
• Employees must be able to communicate in English on the work site.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPEREIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent and four (4) years experience in transit or heavy vehicle maintenance and two (2) years of technical school; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

FREE employee only health insurance
Dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability insurance available
Retirement plan
Life insurance
Paid vacation and sick leave
Paid holidays
FREE LYNX bus transportation for employee, spouse and children
Employee wellness center
Credit union membership

LYNX fully commits itself to providing equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or disability.