Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform skilled mechanical work on a wide range of vehicles including transit buses, light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, and specialized equipment like street sweepers and excavators.
• Undertake comprehensive vehicle inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs, documenting all tasks and parts used.
• Work in various settings including maintenance facilities and field locations, adapting to different environmental conditions and performing physically demanding tasks.
• Maintain adherence to safety standards and regulatory compliance across all operations.
• Participate in a rotating shift schedule, which may include nights, weekends, and emergency call-outs as an Essential Employee.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; further technical training or apprenticeship in automotive/mechanical maintenance preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Strong capabilities in handling physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL with endorsements preferred upon hiring, mandatory after probation.
• Required certifications: EPA Air Conditioning, OSHA Forklift Operation, with additional certifications expected post-probation.
• Proficiency with mechanical tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with effective communication skills.

Special Requirements:

• Completion of a probationary period and ongoing training as part of the Fleet Management Services Mechanic Technician Training Program.
• Successful candidates must pass a medical examination and drug/alcohol screening.
• Have their own set of tools to perform expected job duties.
• The Division of Fleet Management Services has three main worksite locations (Rockville, Silver Spring and Kensington), and the employee will work on specific shifts to be assigned, based on a 24/7 hour operation. Shifts may include nights and weekends and are subject to change based on training/operational requirements.

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