What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Mechanic position at City of Wausau?
The Mechanic I performs skilled work in the maintenance and repair of diesel transit buses, cutaway vans and non-revenue vehicles. The work involves performing a variety of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and body repairs. The work is performed in accordance with established procedures and accepted trade practices and requires safe work habits. The incumbent must have a working knowledge of internal combustion engines, hazards and safety precautions of the trade and an ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions effectively.
Candidates who have completed formal course work in heavy equipment and truck repair, have at least one year of professional experience in mechanic repair, and exhibit the knowledge, skills, and abilities beyond Mechanic I level may qualify to be hired as a Mechanic II.
High school diploma or GED. Related vocational schooling or advanced degrees and training preferred.
Must be able to obtain and maintain valid WI Commercial Driver’s License Class B with passenger “P” endorsement within six (6) months of hire (paid training provided). Air brake restriction must also be removed.
Must be able to obtain and maintain Fed Med Certificate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, bend, carry, twist, crouch, or crawl; talk, and hear.
The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, taste, or smell, and may be required to work in high places and/or confined spaces.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
The employee will be subject to outside weather conditions, which may include extreme cold, extreme heat, wet, and/or humid conditions and wind.
The employee may be required to negotiate semi-rough or rough terrain. The noise level is generally moderate but may be quite loud, depending on equipment used or work being done in the area.
The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration and may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. IMPORTANT! All applications must completely filled out and have a Resume attached in the "Attachments" section of the application. Applications that are not complete and do not have the required attachment will not be considered.
When completing References section, include 3 professional references with current and valid email addresses. References will not be contacted unless a conditional offer of employment is extended and accepted.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
The regular schedule for this position is 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
This position is covered by the agreement between the City of Wausau and Local 1168 Amalgamated Transit Union, AFL-CIO: https://www.wausauwi.gov/your-government/human-resources/labor-contracts
Starting hourly rate for Mechanic I as of June 23, 2024: $23.39. Rate at 6 months $25.76. Rate at 12 months $27.20. Rate at 24 months $28.41. Rate at 48 months $29.27.
Hourly rates effective December 22, 2024: Starting $23.74. Rate at 6 months $26.15. Rate at 12 months $27.60. Rate at 24 months $28.84. Rate at 48 months $29.70.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS:
The City of Wausau will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Human Resources Department or phone (715) 261-6630 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:
Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant’s application, records, recommendations and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the City not provide access to this information.
If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Human Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law.
ADDITIONAL NOTICES:
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/fmla
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act
Candidates who have completed formal course work in heavy equipment and truck repair, have at least one year of professional experience in mechanic repair, and exhibit the knowledge, skills, and abilities beyond Mechanic I level may qualify to be hired as a Mechanic II.
- Operate a laptop computer to process work orders using the City’s fleet management program, diagnose diesel engine fuel management systems, vehicle body management systems, and hybrid drive equipment.
- Performs preventative maintenance and general servicing to vehicles including changing fluids, greasing, safety inspections, etc.
- Perform preventative maintenance, general repair work on transit vehicles, components, and systems, in accordance with established industry procedures including:
- Exchange, retrieve, repair, or rebuild components in disabled buses.
- Repair diesel buses (maintain, troubleshoot, rebuild, or exchange components).
- Safely operate and maintain brake lathe, hoist, forklift, floor scrubber, etc.
- Safely perform welding and braising operations.
- Document and maintain maintenance logs and all work performed including parts used on work orders.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Maintain and repair transit support equipment including small engine equipment and non-revenue vehicles.
- Enter work orders and track parts, labor, and maintenance reasons on all vehicles (RTA).
- Provide back-up to co-workers as needed.
- Must be able to react to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
- Fuel and wash buses (as necessary).
- Perform snow removal duties and other facility or grounds maintenance (as needed) for the transit facilities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
High school diploma or GED. Related vocational schooling or advanced degrees and training preferred.
Must be able to obtain and maintain valid WI Commercial Driver’s License Class B with passenger “P” endorsement within six (6) months of hire (paid training provided). Air brake restriction must also be removed.
Must be able to obtain and maintain Fed Med Certificate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong aptitude for mechanical and automotive/heavy truck computer and electrical systems.
- Knowledge of the principles of operation, maintenance, and repair of transit buses.
- Troubleshoots and performs basic and difficult repairs including complete overhauls to engines, transmissions, electrical systems, pneumatic systems, brakes, axles, wheelchair lifts, ramps and related securement, work schedules, bus schedules, street maps and directions, and all other supporting systems.
- The ability to use and understand computer software used for proper vehicle system malfunction diagnostics.
- Must submit to FTA required drug and alcohol testing requirements including but not limited to pre-employment, post-accident, random and reasonable suspension testing as a condition of employment.
- Ability to work efficiently with computers, schematics, charts, manuals, and written or verbal instruction.
- Ability to work in a team environment and be able to work with little or no supervision at times. Must be able to take direction and work well with others.
- Must be able to maintain clean work areas, equipment, and tools.
- Awareness of occupational hazards, environmental regulations, company policies, safe work practices and standard operating procedures.
- Must be able to occasionally work a flexible schedule.
- Report to work on or before designated check-in time in proper attire including steel-toed safety boots, slacks or jeans, short or long-sleeved shirt, provided coveralls and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Must be able to complete routine paperwork efficiently and accurately.
- Must be able to concentrate and perform accurately.
- Ability to utilize a variety of advisory data and information such as maintenance records, work requests, maintenance reports, equipment operating/repair manuals, parts manuals, electrical diagrams, hydraulic system schematics, procedures and guidelines, work schedules, bus schedules, street maps and directions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with bus operators, management, bus riders, outside transit services and citizens. Ability to positively represent Metro Ride and the City of Wausau.
Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, bend, carry, twist, crouch, or crawl; talk, and hear.
The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, taste, or smell, and may be required to work in high places and/or confined spaces.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
The employee will be subject to outside weather conditions, which may include extreme cold, extreme heat, wet, and/or humid conditions and wind.
The employee may be required to negotiate semi-rough or rough terrain. The noise level is generally moderate but may be quite loud, depending on equipment used or work being done in the area.
The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration and may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. IMPORTANT! All applications must completely filled out and have a Resume attached in the "Attachments" section of the application. Applications that are not complete and do not have the required attachment will not be considered.
When completing References section, include 3 professional references with current and valid email addresses. References will not be contacted unless a conditional offer of employment is extended and accepted.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
The regular schedule for this position is 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
This position is covered by the agreement between the City of Wausau and Local 1168 Amalgamated Transit Union, AFL-CIO: https://www.wausauwi.gov/your-government/human-resources/labor-contracts
Starting hourly rate for Mechanic I as of June 23, 2024: $23.39. Rate at 6 months $25.76. Rate at 12 months $27.20. Rate at 24 months $28.41. Rate at 48 months $29.27.
Hourly rates effective December 22, 2024: Starting $23.74. Rate at 6 months $26.15. Rate at 12 months $27.60. Rate at 24 months $28.84. Rate at 48 months $29.70.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS:
The City of Wausau will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Human Resources Department or phone (715) 261-6630 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:
Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant’s application, records, recommendations and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the City not provide access to this information.
If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Human Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law.
ADDITIONAL NOTICES:
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/fmla
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act
The City of Wausau is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $48,651 - $60,882