Mechanic Repairman

JOB SUMMARY

Pay of $32.19 per hour, guaranteed 40 hours per week and eligible for overtime. 

This position is located in the Maintenance Division of Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority dba EMBARK.  Essential Job Functions: Diagnosing and repairing mechanical failures major and minor on buses, Para transit vehicles, cars, trucks and other standard or heavy equipment.  Responsible for performing preventable maintenance inspections and repairs and the repair and maintenance of electrical systems, air systems and hydraulics.  Duties performed require knowledge of diagnostic equipment, as well as familiarity with symptoms which indicate equipment malfunctions.  Employee must have the ability to complete work in a reasonable length of time and in a workmanship-like manner. Instructions are general in nature, and the employee must use independent judgment in carrying out assignments.  Overall work performance is reviewed at the discretion of the Division Head.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English effectively.
• Knowledge of operating principles of gasoline and diesel automotive equipment.
• Skill in accurately diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, automatic transmissions and A/C systems.
• Experience with both gas and electrical welding equipment.
• Ability to and skill in reading and interpreting sketches, diagrams, and instructions outlined in equipment repair manuals.
• Must have general knowledge of computers and data entry.
• Ability to learn new methods and techniques for repairing and maintaining light and heavy automotive equipment.
• Must be able to obtain a class "B" Oklahoma Commercial Driver’s License with both Airbrakes and Passenger (P) endorsements within 60 days of the first day of employment.
• Must be able to comply with strict attendance policies.

NOTE: Employee must provide own hand tools. Employee will receive annual tool and uniform allowance.

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCE

• Possess a valid Oklahoma Commercial Driver’s License (class B) with both Airbrakes and Passenger (P) endorsements;
•  OR possess permits for the Oklahoma Commercial Driver’s License (class B) with both Airbrakes and Passenger (P) endorsements.          

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Inside and outside exposed to heat, cold, humidity, and rain.
• Possibility of falls from working on and around slippery surfaces.
• Possibility of body injuries such as sprains, fractures, deep cuts, or loss of body members.
• Will work from ladders, platforms, or other equipment from 4 to 13 feet above floor or ground level.
• Will work in confined or cramped positions and be required to assume awkward or strained positions.
• Will work near moving machinery and power tools.
• Exposed to intermittent or continued loud and insistent noises caused by machinery and other workers.
• Possibility of injury to the body caused by burns or electrical shock.
• Intermittent exposure to fumes and gasses i.e. carbon monoxide.  May require wearing of self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Will work one of three, eight-hour shifts, and may be required to work holidays and overtime.
• Frequent local travel.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, noise and unfavorable weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stamina enough to exert oneself physically throughout the working day.
• Flexibility enough to bend, twist, and reach out to reach automotive ports and equipment when performing repair tasks.
• Mobility enough to continuously move oneself from place to place.
• Extreme arm-hand steadiness, manual and finger dexterity enough to use manual and power tools in the repair and maintenance of automotive parts and equipment.
• Near vision enough to read manuals, schematics, labels on parts boxes, etc., and to work on small parts and wires.
• Visual color discrimination enough to accurately match color coded wires, etc.
• Ability to determine location of sound such as engine block, transmission, carburetor, etc.
• Ability to discriminate among environmental sounds such as tappets pinging in a car, etc.
• Must have physical ability to occasionally kneel, crawl, sit, and be on unprotected heights; ability to frequently bend, stoop, twist, squat, and reach; ability to continuously climb stairs, walk, stand, and be around moving machinery.
• Must have physical ability to occasionally lift/carry 80 lbs., push/pull 100 lbs.
• Ability to frequently lift/carry 50 lbs., push/pull 50 lbs.
• Ability to continuously lift/carry 30 lbs., push/pull 35 lbs.
• Ability to frequently ladders and tolerate heights up to 13 ft.
• Must have physical ability to occasionally work in confined spaces
• Must have fine manipulating, medium dexterity, hard grasping, forearm rotational movement and use of foot controls.
• Hearing sufficient enough to hear safety and emergency horns.
• Must be able to obtain a valid Oklahoma Department of Transportation physical examination.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This is a summary of the duties and responsibilities commonly found within this classification.  It is not meant to be all inclusive; thus, other related activities or tasks may be assigned.

NOTE: This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., § 427.1 et seq., (OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019. This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.

NOTE: Employee will be subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Transit Administration Regulations and COTPA's Substance Abuse Policy.

EEO Statement

EMBARK’s goal is to be a workforce that reflects our rich and diverse Community at every job levels.  EMBARK embraces diversity and inclusion and encourages our staff members to bring their whole self to work every day.  EMBARK is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All employment decisions at EMBARK are based on business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications and availability, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by federal, State or City laws.  

VETERANS PREFERENCE
A five-point preference will be awarded on the initial scored selection process for honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces not currently employed full time by EMBARK.  Qualified applicants must submit a copy of their DD Form 214 indicating discharge type/character of service in person, mail, or fax at 405-316-1641.

NOTE: Successful applicant will be required to pass a Department of Transportation physical examination that will include a drug screen. Employee will be subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Transit Administration Regulations and COTPA's Substance Abuse Policy.

Drug-Free Workplace: As a Drug-Free Workplace, the EMBARK seeks to create a work environment free from the adverse effects of drug abuse and alcohol misuse for the protection of workforce, community, and customers. 

Drug Screen and Pre-Employment Physical: If you are hired for a position at EMBARK, you are required to pass a drug test (in accordance with Federal Regulation) and a physical examination, with regards to the nature of the position. EMBARK has a policy that prohibits the illegal use, manufacture, distribution, sale, dispensation or possession of narcotics, drugs, or controlled substances, and will require random urine and drug and alcohol tests of its employees as an enforcement measure in providing for a drug-free workplace. You will be excluded from consideration for employment with EMBARK if the results of your urine drug test indicate evidence of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP) and/or amphetamines.

NOTE TO FORMER EMPLOYEES: To participate in any selection process, former employees must be eligible for rehire.  If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the EMBARK Human Resource Department at (405) 297-1641.  If your rehire status has been coded "Not Eligible," "Eligible 3," or "Conditional," you will need to request a review of your rehire status.

NOTE:  EMBARK will conduct a background investigation/verification.  Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment.