Fleet Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

Fleet Mechanic (Full and Part-time Available)

Reports To:

This position reports to the Executive Director and/or the Operations Supervisor.

Job Overview:

The Mecosta Osceola Transit Authority (MOTA) is seeking skilled and dependable Mechanics to help maintain and repair our growing fleet of transit vehicles. This position plays a critical role in ensuring our vehicles operate safely, reliably, and efficiently while serving the residents of Mecosta and Osceola counties. This is a safety-sensitive position that performs a variety of skilled mechanical duties required in the maintenance and repair of MOTA transit vehicles. The ideal candidate is someone with multiple years of experience servicing gas fleet vehicles, has a current ASE Certification and/or State of Michigan Mechanic’s license, current CDL or ability to obtain a CDL, and is willing to work safely without supervision. Job training will be provided for the hired candidate. Varying weekday hours and Saturdays may be required.

Job Responsibilities:

- Perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on transit vehicles and fleet equipment

- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems

- Conduct preventative maintenance to ensure fleet reliability and safety

- Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records using computer systems

- Prompt and accurate reporting of any problems associated with the mechanical condition of the fleet or the condition of garage equipment.

- Accurately recording time and parts used on a vehicle on a work order during or upon completion of operation and submitting work orders in a timely manner.

- Reviewing daily vehicle check lists, noting and repairing any problem that may have been noted by the vehicle operator and supervisory team.

- Maintaining up-to-date records of all work performed on MOTA transit vehicles.

- Communicating on a regular basis with the Executive Director and/or the Operations Supervisor regarding the condition of the MOTA fleet and professionally presenting any problems associated with our transit vehicles.

Required Qualifications:

- Must be willing to follow strict safety standards

- Must be willing to work with a team and be flexible

- Must be a self-starter that demonstrates initiative

- Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends (if required)

- 5+ years mechanic experience

- Gas truck repair and diagnosis experience

- Strong electrical diagnosis skills

- Strong computer skills

- Ability to be on feet for 8+ hours a day

- Ability to lift 75 lbs

- Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen

Pay & Benefits:

- Accrued sick time

- Company paid life insurance

- MERS retirement

- Starting Pay: $27.79 per hour

- Additional compensation will be considered for candidates who possess:

o Master Auto Mechanic Certification

o Heavy Duty Mechanic Certification

o ASE Certification

Does this sound like you or someone you know? Apply today at or visit our office at 18710 16 Mile Rd. Big Rapids, MI for an in-person application.

Mecosta Osceola Transit Authority is an equal opportunity employer