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Known for innovative and reliable transit, RFTA connects vibrant communities while supporting sustainability and quality of life.\nCompany Name: Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA)\nTitle of Position: Fleet Technician I\nPosition Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt\nLocation: Candidate must be able to work onsite in Aspen and/or Glenwood Springs, Colorado\nPay Range: Starting pay range is $25.25 - $32.19/hourly, based on experience. This position is eligible for a Mechanic Sign-On Bonus of $3000 ($750 paid quarterly over the first year of employment). This position is also eligible for a Tool Bonus of $1500 each year on the employee's anniversary.\nBenefits: Benefits include (but are not limited to): Paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and hearing insurance with FSA/HSA, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), 401(a) and 457(b) retirement plan, EAP, ski pass, etc. For more detail - https://www.rfta.com/employment/benefits/\nPosition Summary:\nPerforms routine and minor repairs and preventative maintenance on RFTA buses and automotive equipment not only with conventionally fueled vehicles but also with very specialized alternative fueled vehicles including Biofuels, Compressed Natural Gas, and Battery Electric vehicles. This includes removing, repairing, and replacing parts and components as necessary while using tools and equipment in a safe and professional manner. Provides varied support to the Operation Department.\nEssential Job Duties:\nThe following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive.\nOperates vehicles while strictly complying with RFTA policies, directives, procedures, and all Federal and Colorado traffic laws and regulations.\n\nPerforms routine maintenance and general repairs on transit equipment and support vehicles, primarily focusing on tire replacement, brakes, minor repairs and adjustments, replacement of body panels, and seasonal equipment switchover.\n\nRegularly inspects vehicles as scheduled (e.g. State of Good Repair, Safety, and DOT inspections), identifies defects, and makes repairs as needed. Performs regular preventative maintenance on RFTA vehicles. Including preventative maintenance of non-high voltage systems on Battery Electric and Hybrid vehicles.\n\nTroubleshoots vehicle systems on a limited basis, accurately identifying causes of maintenance problems. Recommends and performs subsequent repairs.\n\nAssists in the maintenance of vehicles utilizing alternative propulsion technologies and fuels including Battery Electric Buses (BEB), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), Hybrid, and Biodiesel technologies.\n\nEnsures proper vehicle assignments are made while vehicle needs are being met.\n\nResponds to road calls, and service calls and operates service trucks. Provides support to Operations Department for vehicle exchanges, vehicle repairs, or vehicle recovery as needed.\n\nDocuments all actions taken in a professional manner in written and /or electronic format. Completes all necessary forms (e.g., accident, incident, spill reports, core and warranty information and etc.).\n\nSeasonally inspects vehicles as scheduled, identifying defects and making repairs as needed.\n\nMay assist in providing limited training and direction to other mechanics.\n\nActively and continuously improves professional knowledge, skills, and abilities by participating in routine training sessions and educational seminars relevant to the position and job duties.\n\nMeets attendance/participation standards for routine safety meetings and training sessions.\n\nCompletes assigned safety and compliance training in RFTA-sponsored Learning Management Software (Travitor) on a timely basis. Incomplete training required for the position will adversely affect the annual performance review. This includes all RFTA-required training programs.\n\nResponsible to maintain the work area in a neat and orderly manner.\n\nOther Job Duties:\nProvides support for the Operations Department (e.g., bus pullout, vehicle exchanges, vehicle recovery, snow plowing, and sanding).\n\nOccasionally assists or serves as a fill-in as a Service Worker when needed.\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\nAdheres to and actively works towards the personal, department, and organizational goals and performance standards-detailed performance indicators are discussed in detail in a separate departmental document.\n\nAdvanced computer skills and data entry ability\n\nAbility to work harmoniously with others and abide by the department code of conduct.\n\nSolid knowledge of operating theory, failure diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance practices common to buses and heavy vehicles\n\nSolid knowledge of NFPA 70E Electrical Safety, OSHA, and safe working practices and procedures\n\nSolid skills with common mechanic hand tools, pneumatic tools, and diagnostic equipment\n\nSolid knowledge of OSHA and safe working practices and procedures\n\nSolid ability to use prudent judgment and problem-solving skills to make reasonable and appropriate decisions and recommendations.\n\nSolid ability to read, understand, and use maintenance, repair, parts, schematics, and ladder logic manuals in both printed and electronic format; computer-based maintenance information systems, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, service updates, and troubleshooting guides.\n\nProficient ability to identify differences in high voltage and low voltage systems on Battery Electric and Hybrid vehicles.\n\nAbility to learn and develop necessary skill sets required for maintenance on Battery Electric, CNG, Hybrid, and Biodiesel technologies.\n\nSolid ability to communicate effectively with other employees, the general public, emergency response personnel, law enforcement personnel, and State and Federal regulatory personnel.\n\nSolid ability to read, understand, and use maintenance, repair, and parts manuals, computer-based maintenance information systems, FMVSS Regulations, service updates, and troubleshooting guides.\n\nSolid decision-making skills (e.g., troubleshooting problems with a defective vehicle, recovery of a wrecked or disabled vehicle).\n\nBasic knowledge of electrical systems, air systems, chassis and suspension, HVAC, diesel engines, and transmissions.\n\nBasic knowledge of electrical and gas welding.\n\nBasic skills with common mechanic hand tools, pneumatic tools, and diagnostic equipment.\n\nAbility to read, write, speak, and understand English is required.\n\nEducation:\nRequired\nHigh school education or equivalent knowledge to perform the job successfully.\n\nTraining and certifications necessary to be able to perform role responsibilities.\n\nPreferred\nVocational/Technical degree in a related field (diesel, automotive, etc.)\n\nRequired Licenses, Certifications, Qualifications, Training:\nMust possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License and be able to obtain a Colorado State Commercial Driver's License with a B-P2 rating within two (2) weeks of beginning employment.\nNOTE: ASE Certification is required for consideration of promotion beyond Fleet Technician I.\nExperience:\nTwo (2) years of actual experience or a combination of formal training and experience is preferred.\nApplication Deadline/Closing Date:\nNo deadline. Posting will remain until all open positions are filled.\nHow to Apply:\nPlease apply via the RFTA website. This position, and all current open positions, are located here - https://www.rfta.com/employment/\nColorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. 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