Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Job Classification Specification

MECHANIC "B"
Pay Grade A05

Basic Function
Under moderate supervision, performs basic troubleshooting and preventive and remedial maintenance of transit vehicles; performs other related duties.

Classification Characteristics
Mechanic B is an Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) journey-level position. It differs from the Mechanic B Leader (ATU) in that a Mechanic B performs basic troubleshooting and preventive and remedial maintenance of transit vehicles while a Mechanic B Leader oversees and coordinates the daily activities of a group of Mechanic Bs and assigns tasks within a work crew. The Mechanic B Leader communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures and maintains accountability for the safety of assigned employees. A Leader receives additional pay for each hour worked as stipulated by the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Mechanic "B" is the intermediate classification within the Mechanic career ladder, while Mechanic "A" is the journey-level classification and Mechanic "C" is the entry-level classification within the series. Duties among the three classifications vary according to complexity. Differs from Property Maintainer in that Mechanic "B" performs preventive and remedial maintenance to buses, and other vehicles, while property Maintainer performs preventive and remedial maintenance to Metro facilities.

Supervised by: Equipment Maintenance Supervisor

Supervises:

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Work Environment
In order to achieve Metro’s goals in support of its mission, potential candidates are required to commit and continuously practice and demonstrate the following work values:

Examples of Duties
  • Performs basic diagnosis of coach malfunctions, determines the probable cause, and recommends necessary remedial action to the lead worker of supervisor for prioritization and assignment
  • Repairs or removes and replaces and replaces dysfunctional components of major coach systems, including, but not limited to, engine, electrical, suspension, fueling, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
  • Tune engines
  • Performs regular preventive maintenance inspections of all coach systems, repairs minor problems on the spot and makes written reports to indicate more complex remedial action that is needed
  • Performs acceptance testing and pre-service preparations to newly acquired coaches
  • Packs bearings, adjusts and relines brakes
  • Repairs minor damage to interior or exterior of coach including, but not limited to, torn seats, broken windows and windshields, minor dents, and cosmetic paint damage
  • Responds to road failure situations
  • Renders remedial action to return bus to operating division
  • Disassembles, cleans, inspects, and rebuilds engine systems and their mechanical and electrical components
  • Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out

Essential Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

  • Methods, materials, equipment and safety procedures utilized in the maintenance of transit vehicles and all their major systems
  • Shop math
  • Vehicle operations and safety

Ability to:
  • Troubleshoot, maintain and repair transit vehicles
  • Safely operate a variety of hand tools and power equipment
  • Safely operate buses, tow trucks, and other Metro vehicles
  • Lift and move objects weighing up to 80 pounds
  • Travel to offsite locations within a reasonable timeframe
  • Read, write, speak, and understand English

Minimum Qualifications
Potential candidates interested in the MECHANIC "B" position MUST meet the following requirements:

  • 3 years' experience as a heavy equipment or automotive mechanic, including 6 months as a bus mechanic
  • Successful completion of a 6-month, full-time training program from an accredited school in automotive/truck maintenance and repair may be substituted for up to 2 years’ non-bus experience
  • Current and verifiable full ASE (H) Series Transit Certifications in H1-CNG, H3-Drive Train, H4-Brakes, H5-Suspension/Steering, H6-Electrical/Electronics is desirable
  • Valid California Class A driver's license

Special Conditions
  • Must provide own tools of the trade
  • Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
  • Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations
Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations.

Disclaimer
This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.


Date Originally Created: 4/18/1995
Date Last Revised: 12/11/2009
ATU: 0820A