Class A Technician

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Job Summary: The TTC Class A Shop Technician position supports the shop operations by performing higher level mechanical maintenance and repair functions in addition to routine mechanical and preventive maintenance duties; inspections, maintenance and repair. Performs and maintains required computerized and manual records of all repairs. Coordinates repairs with technicians. These duties are consistently performed in adherence to company policies, procedures, values and behavioral expectations.   

Essential Duties:

• Accurately determines vehicle condition by always conducting thorough and prompt inspections and diagnostics tests; accurately identifies worn and damaged parts.
• Consistently and accurately maintains computerized records using company authorized maintenance computer software.
• Provides excellent road service to fleet vehicles as required.
• Accurately and promptly performs repairs and/or rebuilds transmissions and engines as required.
• Performs highly effective and timely preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of transmissions, differentials, engines, injectors, steering systems, starters and universal joints.
• Completes the proper installation and adjustment of brakes, batteries, tires and safety devices.
• Overhauls all other major mechanical components.
• Completes and maintains all necessary written and computer documentation in accordance with shop procedures in an accurate and timely manner. 
• Consistently and accurately determines and orders correct parts for the effective completion of all job tasks.
• Complies with OSHA regulations and shop health safety standards by wearing prescribed PPE's (personal protective equipment).
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures, management directives and performance objectives.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment to optimize effective job performance and customer service.
• Enhances the shop operations and the company's reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests as well as exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Maintains a professional and collaborative relationship with all customers, TTC team members and management.
• Performs other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by shop foreman and/or shop manager.      

Competencies:

• Applies advanced knowledge in diesel mechanics to vehicular assets that require repair and preventative maintenance.
• Accurately and promptly diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical issues with vehicular assets using designated diagnostic tools and software.

Skills/Experience Requirements:

• 2 years minimum experience with truck/diesel maintenance/preventative maintenance experience required.
• 2 years of air brake inspection preferred.
• Possesses the ability to diagnose mechanical problems and determine the appropriate maintenance intervention.
• Possesses the ability to effectively repair and maintain:
  • Repair and adjust engines
  • Air systems
  • A/C systems
  • Adjustments on brakes
  • Assess and/or install batteries
  • Install and/or repair tires
  • Install and/or repair safety devices
• Assist with the overhauling of all other major components.
• Performs inspections of equipment for operating deficiencies.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair all types of transmissions and low voltage electrical systems.
• Demonstrated high level of proficiency with all required shop tools and equipment including but not limited to computerized diagnostic tools.  
• Demonstrated ability to read and adhere to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Assists team members in the proper and safe operation of all equipment.
• Ability to work in a positive, fast paced and high energy environment.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate a positive attitude; always demonstrates effective team behaviors that strengthens the shop and builds positive, professional relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.  
• Effective customer service skills. 
• Basic proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office and web based applications preferred.

Physical Requirements:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• This position requires a team member to: read; effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze information; and remember and understand specific instructions and/or guidelines.
• While performing the duties of this job, the team member may be required to stand, walk, and sit. This position frequently requires the use of hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The team member must be able to occasionally lift and/or move items 75lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Education/Training/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• A/C certification preferred
• DOT inspector qualifications preferred
• Valid State of Georgia Driver's License required, CDL Class A preferred  
• Cummins Certified preferred

Introductory Period:

Progress reports at 30 and 60 days with a review by management at 90 days.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)