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Mechanic

Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. is looking for a vehicle mechanic to join our Third Shift team (10 PM – 6:30 AM). Candidates must have the ability to perform routine servicing and preventive maintenance. Diesel and heavy vehicle experience preferred. Drug and background check will be performed. TCAT provides an excellent benefits package and competitive salary.

Essential Duties:

  • Routine servicing and preventative maintenance of transit fleet including: lubrications, oil changes, tire repairs, welding, tune-ups, electrical repairs, body and paint repairs
  • Completing major repair work including: engine overhaul or replacement, clutch replacement, standard and automatic transmissions, drive line, differential, air brakes, body modifications, diesel and gas engine repair
  • Completing work orders on all repair and maintenance work performed

Qualifications:

  • Must possess high school diploma or equivalent GED
  • Must possess a commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake endorsement or obtain license within 3 months of hire date.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with peers and work independently.
  • Possess good communication skills and be able to deal with co-workers and management in a positive manner.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment with respect to bus repairs and equipment safety.


Bus Handler

Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. is looking for a Bus Handler to join our Second Shift (4:30 PM – 3:00 AM). Candidates would work as part of a team and under very general supervision of the Maintenance Service Supervisor to be responsible for the fueling, cleaning and minor service work on all transit vehicles. Drug and background check will be performed. TCAT provides an excellent benefits package and competitive salary.

Essential Duties:

  • Daily, cleans exterior and interior of vehicles using various tools, appliances and cleaning supplies: empties trash, cleans dashboard, wipes seats, sweeps bus, cleans biohazards, washes wheels, cleans steps and ramps, washes motor and rear of bus, washes wheelchair lift, washes out a/c compartment.
  • Details interior of assigned buses based on schedule.
  • Performs post check on each bus, records all fluids put into vehicle, completes post check form and log sheet, identifies defects and notifies mechanics of needed repairs.
  • Checks belts, brakes, air leaks, lighting systems.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake and passenger endorsement or obtain license within 3 months of hire date.
  • Must have the ability to work independently and on a team.
  • Have demonstrated the ability to work effectively with peers.



TCAT, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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