Must possess own standard mechanical hand tools and a mobile storage cabinet for their containment. A Class A or B (with "P" endorsement and no airbrake restriction) Commercial Driver's License is strongly preferred or ability to successfully complete company sponsored CDL training, normally within probationary period; a valid MA driver’s license in good standing is required at time of hire. Must be willing to work shift hours and days as assigned.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Operating a bus/van is an essential function of the job.
HEARING/TALKING: Listening and talking (communicating) are essential to performing this job. Must be able to hear and understand normal speech, as some job information is received verbally. Must be able to hear environmental sounds such as engine noises, brake noises, etc., to assist in trouble-shooting mechanical problems. Must talk to other employees in person and on two-way radio.
MOBILITY: Sits while operating buses/vans, service vehicles, and fork lift approximately 10% of work day. Stands and moves freely around the garage while performing work duties 50% of the work time. Stoops or bends approximately 10% of work time. Climbs in and out of buses/vans and automotive work pit 10% of the work time. Crawls (sometimes in tight spaces) 5% of the work time. Lays horizontally while working when necessary.
EXAMPLES OF WEIGHTS LIFTED AND THEIR FREQUENCY: Lifting is an essential part of this job. Regularly lift tools and parts up to 50 lbs. Lifts hood and compartment doors on buses/vans, etc. Pushes/pulls tool cart, etc. weighing up to 75 lbs.
VISION REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to read and comprehend written material and distinguish material using close-up vision, for example, to read service manuals, blueprints and electrical schematics. Depth perception, peripheral vision, distance vision, and color perception are required for driving. Color vision is essential to distinguish chemical codes which are represented by color, distinguishing gauges of wire, etc.
DEXTERITY: 95% of work time involves extensive use of hands and fingers. Use of fingers is extensive, for example, when removing\replacing nuts and screws from mechanical parts and performing other necessary repair and maintenance functions. Reaching and grasping are involved approximately 80% of work time. Reaches overhead frequently while working underneath vehicles. Grasps hand tools such as wrenches, screw drivers, operating the fork-lift controls, vehicles, bus door controls, two-way radio, etc. Feels with the fingertips regularly, for example to determine if a part is worn.
EMOTIONAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS: Stressful situations occur occasionally, for example, handling road emergencies. Deals with public occasionally, for example when doing a service call on a bus/van in service. Decision making skills are used regularly, for example, to trouble-shoot mechanical equipment. Certain tasks required concentration. Requires the ability to deal with multiple tasks. Must be able to handle frequent interruptions.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Noise level is usually loud--multiple diesel engines, pneumatic tools, etc. Exposure to outdoor weather extremes occurs frequently. Regular exposure to diesel fumes. Regular exposure to dust and dirt. Regular exposure to wet, oily conditions.
