Job Details

Transit Vehicle Brake Technician

Essential functions for the position:

Individual to perform inspections and maintenance, diagnosis and repair, overhauling and servicing of transit vehicle brake-related systems.

Special knowledge & skills:

• Must be familiar with all phases of troubleshooting, using current diagnostic equipment and methods; and must be able to troubleshoot and diagnose engine, transmission, driveline, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, brake and air systems found on transit vehicles.
• Must be able to read and understand technical publications, material safety data sheets, operational schematics (to include electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems) and efficiently apply principles of mechanics to transit vehicle repairs.
• Must be familiar with current safety equipment and procedures.
• Must be able to preplan daily work schedules and assume acting supervisory position as required.
• Must have demonstrated effective written/oral communication skills.

Education, training & experience:

• Must be high school or trade school graduate.
• A minimum of six (6) years' practical working experience in the heavy-duty vehicle field is preferred, including at least four (4) years' experience with diesel engines and/or associated power train technology.

Other job requirement & conditions:

• Must meet or be able to meet all present and future license and certification requirements as may be required by City, State, or Federal governments.
• Must have valid Hawaii State driver's license with clean traffic abstract, and must be able to pass State of Hawaii D.O.T. driving requirements for a "Type B" commercial driver's license.
• Must pass Company-administered written and oral examinations.
• Must be able to meet standard physical requirements and pass Company-sponsored medical examination and drug screening.
• Must be highly motivated individual with excellent work performance and attendance records; and must be willing and able to work various shifts, overtime as directed, holiday duty as required, and assume days-off as assigned.
• Must be willing and able to work in the Brake Inspection section as assigned.