General Repair Mechanic

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When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

RTD Employee Benefits: https://www.rtd-denver.com/careers/benefits

(RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

This position is eligible for a $4,000 signing bonus starting immediately. The new-hire signing bonus pays out in four $1,000 installments upon these milestones:

• Successful completion of probation period

• Six-month anniversary of date of hire

• One-year anniversary of date of hire

• Eighteen-month anniversary of the hire date

If referred by an RTD employee, please include their name or email address on the Workday application when asked, "How did you hear about us" and by selecting "I know someone at the company." In turn, they could be awarded a $2,000 referral bonus.

This position is responsible for preventative maintenance, maintenance repairs, and inspections on RTD buses and vehicles. This includes conducting detailed inspections as well as removing, repairing, and replacing parts and components as necessary, while using tools and equipment in a safe and professional manner. Also maintains a clean, efficient, and safe shop area.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to the rules and regulations of the RTD Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Duties & Responsibilities:    
ESSENTIAL:

• Conducts self in an appropriate manner as a representative of RTD, working effectively in a diverse work environment, using prudent judgment at all times, performing duties in a safe manner, and assuring professional quality of services to all external and internal customers.
• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical problems on all RTD vehicles and equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance on all RTD vehicles and equipment, which includes RTD required inspections as well as annual Department of Transportation (DOT) inspections.
• Operates vehicles while in strict compliance with RTD policies, directives, and procedures and all Federal and Colorado traffic laws and regulations. This includes using proper defensive driving techniques.
• Performs on-street maintenance by operating RTD service/tow trucks.
• Completes all necessary forms, which includes, but are limited to, repair orders, service truck logs, core and warranty tags, and parts slips.
• Performs job responsibilities in a garage shop environment, which includes, but is not limited to, working with fumes, chemicals, various noise levels, at heights, in confined spaces, and in various outdoor weather conditions as required.

OTHER:

Reviews computer printouts of Maintenance Reporting System (MRS) reports to learn maintenance history of RTD vehicles.

All other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:    
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATION:

• 2 year's work experience in a mechanical shop, or a degree from a recognized automotive/diesel school, or completion of the RTD DTECH program.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• No DUI, DWI, or reckless driving in the past 5 years.
• Ability to pass a RTD required Physical Ability Assessment (PAA) related to the physical requirements of the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and be issued a Medical Examiner Certificate that is valid for at least one year, and a valid Colorado Commercial Driver's License Permit with an air brake and passenger endorsement (Class A-P).
• Ability to pass RTD basic mechanics test and interview.

ONCE HIRED THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET AND SUSTAINED TO MAINTAIN EMPLOYMENT:

• Ability to pass RTD on-the-job Maintenance Training.
• Ability to pass RTD on-the-job Driver Training and maintain CDL for remainder of employment.
• Ability to pass RTD on-the-job Class A CDL Training and maintain classification for remainder of employment (this will take place within 2 years of employment).
• Ability to pass a RTD required Physical Ability Assessment (PAA) related to the physical requirements of the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to pass RTD on-the-job Tow Certification Training and maintain certification for remainder of employment (this will take place within 2 years of employment).
• Ability to pass RTD on-the-job Forklift Training (this will take place within 2 years of employment).
• Ability to use a computer for diagnostic and date entry purposes.
• Demonstrated ability to bend, stoop, reach, and push/pull and lift up to 60 pounds in a proper safe manner.
• Ability to work in a standard shop environment, which can include, but is not limited to, working with dust, fumes, exhaust, various noise levels, various temperatures, and chemicals for an extended length of time as well as various outdoor weather conditions as required.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, awkward physical positions, and at various heights.
• Ability to possess 80% of the approved Maintenance Division tool list at the time of hire and obtain 100% at the end of probation/qualifying period.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which can include working various days, hours, and shifts.

OR

• An equivalent combination of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics consistent with required qualifications as determined in the job analysis.

RTD BASIC TOOL REQUIREMENTS FOR GENERAL REPAIR MECHANICS

 1 Each Minimum 3 Drawer cabinet / roll around box

 ¼" SOCKETS & DRIVE TOOLS
 1 Each Ratchet
 1 Set Metric Socket Set 5mm – 14 mm
 1 Set Standard Socket Set 3/16" – 9/16"

 3/8" SOCKETS & DRIVE TOOLS
 1 Each Ratchet
 1 Each Torque Wrench 0-200 IN. LB.
 1 Each Extension bar 3" length
 1 Each Extension bar 6" length
 1 Each Air Impact
 1 Each Air Ratchet
 1 Set Metric Socket Set 9mm – 17mm
 1 Set Standard Flexible socket set 3/8" – ¾"
 1 Set Deep well Socket Set 3/8" – 7/8"
 1 Set Standard Socket set 3/8" – 7/8”
1 Set Impact Sockets 3/8" – 7/8"
 1 Each Universal Joint 90º swing

 ½" SOCKETS & DRIVE TOOLS
 1 Each Ratchet
 1 Each Torque Wrench 0-250 FT. LB.
 1 Set Extension Bar –3", 6" & 10" length
 1 Each Air Impact Wrench (Suggest 500 FT. LB. Minimum)
 1 Set Deep Well Socket Set 7/16" – 1 ¼"
 1 Set Impact Socket Set 3/8" – 1 1/4"
 1 Set Standard Socket Set 7/16" – 1 ¼"
 1 Set Metric socket set 10mm, 12mm – 24mm
 1 Each Universal joint – 90º swing
 1 Each Stud remover –5/16" to ¾" capacity

 MISCLEANEOUS HAND TOOLS
 1 Each Strap / Chain type Filter Wrench
 1 Each File handle – 1/4" maximum capacity
 1 Each File - 8" crosscut
 1 Each File - 6" round bastard
 1 Each File - 8" flat bastard
 1 Each Flexible mirror
 1 Each Flex magnetic pick-up tool – lifts 8 oz.
 1 Each Hacksaw – flush cutting, 10" blade
 1 Each Long nose pliers, 5"
 1 Each Joint pliers - 16" (channel-locks)
 1 Each Slip joint utility pliers
 1 Each Wire strippers / crimp pliers
 1 Each Diagonal cutting pliers, 6" long
 1 Each Arc joint pliers, 8" long
 1 Each Locking pliers, 10" long (vise grip)
 1 Set Pry bar set
 1 Set Heel bar set
 1 Set Screwdriver set 8-10 Piece Straight & Phillips
 including # 1, 2 & 3 Phillips
 1 Each Adjustable end wrench - 6" length
 1 Each Adjustable end wrench - 12" length
 1 Set Combination wrench set 1/4" to 1 1/4"
 1 Set Metric combination wrench set 6mm – 24mm
 1 Set Torx drive bits #4 - #50
 1 Set Standard Allen-wrenches
 1 Set Metric Allen-wrenches 6mm – 14mm
 1 Each Cotter key puller
 1 Set Punch and chisel set
 1 Each 12 foot tape measure
 1 Each 12-24V circuit test light
 1 Each Digital VOM / High Impedance
 1 Each Flashlight
 1 Each Combination snap ring pliers 45º
1 Each Combination Snap Ring pliers Straight
 1 Each Compothane hammer
 1 Each Heavy-duty hammer, 3lbs.
 1 Each Hammer ball peen, 8 oz.
 1 Set Awl and pick set
 1 Set Feeler gauges
 1 Each Tubing cutter

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis.

RTD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type, or protective hairstyles), color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, service in the military, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

For a full statement of RTD's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy, or for information on filing an EEO complaint, please select the applicable link below: https://www.rtd-denver.com/open-records/reports-and-policies/eeo-policy

ADA Accommodations:
RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator at adarequests@rtd-denver.com, or the Talent Acquisition team rtd.ta@rtd-denver.com.

Pay Range:

$32.72 - $37.78 Hourly

RTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy [ https://www.rtd-denver.com/sites/default/files/files/2022-12/EEO%20Policy%20Statement-%20UPDATED.pdf ]

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting.  Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience.  Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.