Fleet Services Technician

The following FULL-TIME position posting will be open until Thursday, August 7, 2025:

FLEET SERVICES TECHNICIAN / DIESEL MECHANIC

Pay Rate: $35.16/hour

PLUS up to an additional $2.10 per hour for specific ASE Certifications

ASE Certification is NOT a requirement of employment

Prior Experience with Motor Coaches is NOT required

Shifts are determined based on union seniority; evening and weekend work is likely

Employees in this job classification are members of the Transport Workers Union Local 171

HIRING PROCESS

July 25 to August 7, 2025 - Employment Applications

• Submit an Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority Employment Application Form (online or paper), completed in its entirety by the posted deadline date.
• Apply online at www.theride.org
• Paper applications must be received in the AAATA office at 2700 S. Industrial Highway, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 by 5:00pm on the posted deadline date. Paper applications are available at the same address
• Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted; late and incomplete applications will not be accepted

After August 1, 2025 - Interviews Will Begin

• Interviews will be granted to selected qualified candidates.
• Qualified candidates selected for an interview will be notified via email.
• Applicants who are not selected for an interview will receive notification they are no longer being considered.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB DUTIES:

• Verbally and/or in writing communicates with all team members and supervisors on a daily basis to ensure maximum coordination of work efforts.
• Under general supervision, performs routine maintenance and repair of all systems and components (excluding major diesel engine repair, gasoline engine tune-up, electronic fuel injection, and Allison Transmission repair).
• Assists in rebuilding (including painting as required) all vehicles and accessories including fare meters, upholstered interiors, seats, glass installation, electronics, hydraulics, electrical systems, air conditioning systems, transmissions, and engines.
• Plans and organizes daily maintenance activities in conjunction with other maintenance team members and supervision.
• Examines equipment in the field as well as in the shop and makes temporary or emergency field repairs as may be required.
• Assists in the preparation of specifications for vehicles and machines used in their repair and maintenance.
• Prepares and maintains work orders, parts requisitions, and man-hour reports.
• Reads, understands, and uses shop manuals, CD-ROM based diagnostic applications, diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Utilizes tools and machines to diagnose and repair all vehicle defects. Troubleshoots systems to diagnose problem areas.
• Utilizes care in handling occupational hazards and chemicals used in the trade.
• Inspect mechanical work performed by others to assist in diagnosis and repairs.
• Retrieve and/or enter, analyze and/or use maintenance data from an automated Maintenance Management Information System.
• Performs major diesel engine repair, gasoline engine tune up, electronic fuel injection, and Allison Transmission repair.
• Works cooperatively with Parts and Stores personnel to retrieve, return, utilize, order, and otherwise maintain adequate stocks of parts and supplies.
• Responsible for cleanliness and safety of work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and two years' experience in the repair of motor coaches or automotive equipment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge, skill and ability may be considered. Some specialized training in various disciplines such as hydraulics, electronics, air conditioning, etc.
• Minimum one (1) year experience as an automotive and diesel maintenance technician with at least one year's formal training in auto and/or diesel repair.
• Working knowledge of automotive, gas, and diesel equipment and systems.
• Working knowledge of diagnosis and troubleshooting of maintenance systems.
• Experience and skill in the repair, rebuilding and maintenance of the following: gasoline and diesel engines, automatic transmissions, air and hydraulic brakes, steering and suspension systems, rear axle and driveline, electrical systems and components, and heating/air conditioning systems.
• Must have the necessary tools associated with the work assigned to the position.
• Internal and external certification exams must be passed successfully within 6 months of employment.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Able to weld and cut with a torch.
• Able to operate machines such as a brake drum lathe and a valve re-facer. Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Memorizing and attending to detail.
• Reading and interpreting technical documents and instruments.
• Demonstrating good command of the English language.
• Skill to manage, lead, train, coordinate and motivate.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Perform simple and intermediate math calculations
• Interacting with a wide variety of personalities.
• Working under frequent periods of stress.
• Organizing daily work activities to achieve goals.
• Working under frequent periods of stress.
• Breaking down complex jobs into workable tasks.
• Ability to follow oral and written direction.
• Some mechanical aptitude.

MINIMUM LICENSES/CERTIFICATION:

• Must have ability to obtain a valid Michigan Commercial Driver's License Class B license with a passenger endorsement within six (6) months of hire, in order to operate all AAATA vehicles.
• Employees must pass AAATA-specific preventative maintenance written exam and practical skills test and EPA 609 test within six (6) months of acquiring the position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Constant periods of hearing, near and far acuity, depth perception and accommodation.
• Some periods of sitting.
• Frequent periods of standing and walking, climbing ladders, stooping, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS:

• Occasional exposure to noise, fumes, smoke, chemicals, fuels, cleaners, lubricants, steam, water, heat, and cold. Heavy-duty vehicle repair facility environment.

Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:

Under general supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair of light and heavy transit equipment. Assists other Fleet Services Technicians as requested or directed.