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Hampton Roads Transit is looking for dynamic, customer service oriented, and energetic people to become part of a committed team providing excellent and effective public transportation to the Hampton Roads region. We offer unmatched benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating and rewarding environment.  

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Essential Job Functions:

(Duties listed are neither intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

Technical/Mechanical:

• Maintain proficiency in the diagnosis and repair of all HRT vehicles.
• Maintain proficiency in the removal and replacement of some components on HRT vehicles.
• Ensure accurate diagnosis skills and effective repair and/or replacement of component techniques necessary for the proper functioning of assigned equipment.
• Effectively and efficiency perform preventive maintenance inspections.
• Ensure the timely and effective repair of any problems identified during preventive maintenance inspections.
• Work to develop skill in:
  • Performing all levels of preventive maintenance.
  • Repairing and inspecting wheelchair lifts, ramps and restraints.
  • Repairing and adjusting torsion arms, air bags, and all other components of suspension system.
  • Testing, repairing and/or replacing components of electrical and lighting systems.
  • Replacing bolted and bonded body components including but not limited to glazing, mirrors, panels, stanchions and passenger seats.
  • Properly mixing and applying body filler.
  • Repairing and overhauling brake systems.

• Perform road service calls for vehicle failures.
• Road testing vehicles to ensure safety and quality of work performed.
• Perform the duties of Helper, Servicer and Cleaner as required.
• Advise supervisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time frame.
• Operate fork truck.

Administrative/Teamwork:

• Interact effectively, courteously, and professionally with operations department employees and other HRT employees regarding vehicle repairs and other shop business.
• Assume primary responsibility of assigned projects.
• Perform all required written and/or automated work orders and other documentation as directed.
• Report equipment abuse or component tampering to the shop supervisor.
• Train other HRT employees in the safe and efficient performance of fleet maintenance and proper operation of required maintenance equipment/tooling.
• Involved in the daily operation of the shop.
• Possess the ability to interpret maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams and other documents and to safely operate all company equipment.
• Manage records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.

OSHA/Safety/Environmental:

• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with HRT/OSHA standards.
• Safely uses all power and hand held mechanic tools.
• Maintain awareness and compliance with all current HRT, local, state, and federal regulations, such as regulations governing the handling and disposal of hazardous waste and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform other maintenance duties or assignments as requested.
• Responsible for proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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HRT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the HRT employment application and/or the interview, contact HRT Human Resources at (757) 222-6000 or email [email protected].