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Job Title
Mechanic
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Kitsap Transit
Purpose Kitsap Transit, operating since 1983, seeks a journey-level mechanic to perform diagnostic repair and maintenance on diesel transit buses and gasoline vans/trucks.
Responsibilities
Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical defects in diesel and gasoline powered buses and vehicles, including engines, transmissions, electrical, hydraulic and heating/air conditioning systems.
Diagnose and dismantle, when necessary, to determine need for overhauls on engines, transmissions, generators or alternators.
Overhaul wheel and master cylinders and align wheels.
Repair pumps, lights, steering gears and other parts.
Complete records of work performed, parts used and time worked.
Road test vehicles to assist in making diagnosis and to check completed work.
Provide emergency road service to disabled vehicles.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Four (4) years of journey-level diesel mechanic experience, or completion of a recognized mechanic apprenticeship program and two (2) years of journey-level experience. Transit or school bus maintenance experience highly desirable.
Knowledge:
Techniques and methods of overhauling and repairing diesel and gasoline powered equipment, materials, tools and equipment used in repair, and safe working practices.
Skills:
Tune‑up gasoline and diesel engines; diagnose malfunctions and determine repairs; operate mechanical and electronic testing equipment; interpret wiring diagrams; follow written and oral instructions; work cooperatively.
Must possess and maintain a Class B Washington State commercial driver’s license with passenger endorsement and air brake restriction removed, with a good driving record. Security clearance from Puget Sound Naval Shipyard required.
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, drive transit vehicles, lift/carry 50 lb., climb ladders to 12 ft., and perform frequent balancing, stooping, reaching, and grasping.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands Work performed inside and outside the shop. Standing 60% of the shift, walking 35%, lifting 50 lb. without assistance. Must be able to climb 12 ft. ladders and perform required physical tasks.
Benefits Generous benefits package: medical, dental, vision for employee and dependents; short‑term disability; life insurance; WA State Public Employees’ Retirement Plan; leave accrual of 6.7693 hours per pay period; 11 holidays; ASE certification pay up to $2.00 per hour.
Application Process Only online applications accepted. Must include completed application with job history. Incomplete packets will not be considered.
Selection Process Applicants meeting minimum requirements may be scheduled for tests of knowledge, skills and interview. Applicant selection based on results.
Equal Opportunity Employer Kitsap Transit is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation available for individuals with disabilities. Contact jobapplada@kitsaptransit.com or 360‑479‑4348 (TDD).
Additional Information Applicants must enroll in medical insurance through the Machinists Health and Welfare Trust and accrue general leave. Eligible employees receive a free Kitsap Transit transportation pass. Limited driving records review required. 120‑day deadline to obtain Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and air brake removal.
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Kitsap Transit
Purpose Kitsap Transit, operating since 1983, seeks a journey-level mechanic to perform diagnostic repair and maintenance on diesel transit buses and gasoline vans/trucks.
Responsibilities
Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical defects in diesel and gasoline powered buses and vehicles, including engines, transmissions, electrical, hydraulic and heating/air conditioning systems.
Diagnose and dismantle, when necessary, to determine need for overhauls on engines, transmissions, generators or alternators.
Overhaul wheel and master cylinders and align wheels.
Repair pumps, lights, steering gears and other parts.
Complete records of work performed, parts used and time worked.
Road test vehicles to assist in making diagnosis and to check completed work.
Provide emergency road service to disabled vehicles.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Four (4) years of journey-level diesel mechanic experience, or completion of a recognized mechanic apprenticeship program and two (2) years of journey-level experience. Transit or school bus maintenance experience highly desirable.
Knowledge:
Techniques and methods of overhauling and repairing diesel and gasoline powered equipment, materials, tools and equipment used in repair, and safe working practices.
Skills:
Tune‑up gasoline and diesel engines; diagnose malfunctions and determine repairs; operate mechanical and electronic testing equipment; interpret wiring diagrams; follow written and oral instructions; work cooperatively.
Must possess and maintain a Class B Washington State commercial driver’s license with passenger endorsement and air brake restriction removed, with a good driving record. Security clearance from Puget Sound Naval Shipyard required.
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, drive transit vehicles, lift/carry 50 lb., climb ladders to 12 ft., and perform frequent balancing, stooping, reaching, and grasping.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands Work performed inside and outside the shop. Standing 60% of the shift, walking 35%, lifting 50 lb. without assistance. Must be able to climb 12 ft. ladders and perform required physical tasks.
Benefits Generous benefits package: medical, dental, vision for employee and dependents; short‑term disability; life insurance; WA State Public Employees’ Retirement Plan; leave accrual of 6.7693 hours per pay period; 11 holidays; ASE certification pay up to $2.00 per hour.
Application Process Only online applications accepted. Must include completed application with job history. Incomplete packets will not be considered.
Selection Process Applicants meeting minimum requirements may be scheduled for tests of knowledge, skills and interview. Applicant selection based on results.
Equal Opportunity Employer Kitsap Transit is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation available for individuals with disabilities. Contact jobapplada@kitsaptransit.com or 360‑479‑4348 (TDD).
Additional Information Applicants must enroll in medical insurance through the Machinists Health and Welfare Trust and accrue general leave. Eligible employees receive a free Kitsap Transit transportation pass. Limited driving records review required. 120‑day deadline to obtain Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and air brake removal.
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