Job description

New Pay Rates and Immediate Openings.

Now hiring School bus mechanics! $20 to $32.00 per hour based on experience.

Immediate openings for experienced Mechanics! Excellent pay, the more experience you have the more money you will make. (see chart below)

Summary

Grand Prairie Transit is now hiring mechanics at our Mount Prospect Locations!

We need your skills to keep our fleet moving! We constantly upgrade our School Buses and offer continuous training to keep your skills current. Our generous benefits package, career progression options, and ongoing training opportunities make Grand Prairie Transit Bus company a desirable employer for Bus or Truck mechanics seeking a career opportunity or a career change.

We offer excellent pay based on your experience. Apply today and let us put your excellent experience to good use.

HIRING RANGE

Mechanic Helper $17.00 to $19.00 Per Hour
Mechanic Level I $20.00 to $24.00 Per Hour
Mechanic Level II $24.00 to $28.00 Per Hour
Mechanic Level III $28.00 to 30.00 Per Hour Mechanic Level 4 $30 to $32.00 Per Hour

We will consider mechanics at all levels of skills and experience. Pay will be commensurate with skill level.

The selected technician will provide vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs to School Buses.. This is accomplished by performing diagnostics, removing and repairing motors, engine parts, electrical systems, as well as hybrid vehicles.

Essential Functions

Performs vehicle maintenance procedures such as tune ups, oil and filter changes, electrical system checks, drive train component checks brake repairs and air conditioning repairs on vehicles

Performs corrective maintenance procedures including hydraulic electronic electrical and various degrees of engine repair

Performs Preventative Maintenance inspections on all vehicles as assigned

Performs a variety of engine diagnostic procedures using hand held and computerized testing equipment

Performs Illinois State required inspections

Maintains work area in a safe and professional manner

Performs other duties as required, Complexity of work assigned varies depending on mechanic's skill level.

Physical Demands

Work is typically performed while standing, stooping and bending. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity and strength

Minimum Qualifications

Must be able to:

• Troubleshoots, repairs, rebuilds and performs preventive maintenance on major bus components including engines, transmissions, differentials, air conditioning systems, compressors, wheelchair lifts/ramps, and various electrical parts

Ability To

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Use various hand and power tools; read blueprints and schematic drawings; communicate effective orally and in writing
• Establish effective working relationships with others; provide guidance to other employees
• Model behaviors that are consistent with our values of respect.

Education

A high school diploma or its equivalent. Associates Degree or Trade School diploma preferred

Experience
Minimum of 2 to 3 year's experience as a mechanic

Certifications
The ability to obtain CDL Class B, We will Train

Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Illinois.

This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Benefits Include:

• Health insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Overtime available
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• On-going Training

Walk-ins are welcome Monday through Friday from 10:00am until 1:00pm

Grand Prairie Transit

1600 James Drive

Mount Prospect, IL

Don’t let this Great opportunity pass you by! If you are in Mount Prospect or the surrounding areas please Apply today.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years
• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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