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Job Title:
Auto & Equipment Mechanic (POOL)
Job ID:
4121
Location: Oakland Shops
Regular/Temporary:
Regular


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Marketing Statement
A job at BART offers the satisfaction of providing an invaluable public service, while accomplishing your own career goals, earning highly competitive pay, and enjoying an unparalleled benefits program. BART, a wonderful career opportunity.
Pay and Benefits
BART offers one of the most comprehensive compensation and benefits programs you will find anywhere. We pay at rates that are strongly competitive in the labor market, and complement our pay program with an outstanding benefits package. Benefits include the renowned CalPERS pension, excellent medical, vision, and dental coverage, supplemental insurances, excellent paid holidays and vacation, as well as two investment programs. BART also saves you money in your paycheck because no deductions are made for Social Security.

Effective January 1, 2013, all newly hired or rehired District employees are subject to the terms and conditions of the new Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (AB340) affecting pension and pension contributions.
Pay Rate
Step 76: $27.55 - Step 99: $36.02 (SEIU)
Posted Date
September 16, 2013

This announcement will be used to establish a pool of eligible outside candidates for vacancies occurring within the next twelve (12) months. Eligible candidates from this pool will be considered only after the evaluation of interested BART employees has been completed.
Closing Date
September 27, 2013
Reports To
L. Leon
Days Off
As Assigned
Who May Apply
All current BART employees and qualified individuals who are not yet BART employees.
Current Assignment
This incumbent will have the knowledge, ability, and responsibility to inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain the District’s automotive and equipment fleet. The incumbents responsibilities includes communicating effectively with District staff including but not limited to supervisors, operators and vendors, ability to operate diagnostic equipment including computers, solving automotive and equipment problems, daily input into a database system of all work performed.

*A.S.E certification and heavy equipment dealership experience preferred.
Essential Job Functions
1. Road tests, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, maintains, outfits and modifies gasoline and diesel passenger vehicles, light, medium and heavy duty equipment and vehicles, including fixed and high-rail and small motor operated equipment.

2. Inspects and troubleshoots equipment, including the use of computerized diagnostics; discusses equipment operating problems with supervisors and users.

3. Performs routine preventive maintenance, including lubrication, oil changes, filter changes and minor adjustments.

4. Tunes, repairs and rebuilds gasoline and diesel with multiple cylinders, and prepares engines for job shop work.

5. Adjusts, repairs, replaces and/or rebuilds carburetors, fuel injection systems and other fuel system components, including computer controls.

6. Troubleshoots, adjusts, replaces components, and rewires ignitions, signals, lights,
electrical controls, and related.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Possession of a High School diploma. GED, or recognized equivalent. Completion of an Apprenticeship Program in automotive or related equipment.

Experience:

One (1) year of (full-time equivalent) verifiable Journey level experience in automotive, or equipment maintenance. Previous diesel, hydraulic, and locomotive experience is desirable.

Other Requirements:

Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class A driver’s license with Hazardous Material and Tank endorsements and have a satisfactory driving record.
The ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds, maneuver heavier objects with assistance and climb, stoop, and crawl to reach work, twist and bend.
May require color vision to distinguish parts and wiring.
The ability to wear respiratory protective equipment during the performance of assigned duties in accordance with the District Respirator Program and applicable Cal-OSHA requirements.
The ability to work under various conditions including under a lift, over a hood, in a pit, and from a step ladder.

Knowledge of:

Methods, equipment, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel powered vehicles and equipment.
Operating principles of engine, drive-train, fuel, electrical, braking, suspension, steering, cooling, and exhaust systems.
Basic computer use.

Skill in:

Troubleshooting and determining causes of automotive and equipment operating problems.
Servicing and lubricating a wide variety of vehicles and equipment; tuning up diesel, gasoline, and propane engines of various sizes.
Servicing, adjusting, and repairing transmissions, differentials, and power take-off apparatus.
Servicing, adjusting, and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic apparatus.
Reading and interpreting service complaints, repair manuals, diagrams and parts documents.
Selection Process
This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. However, All SEIU members must follow the "Bid Form Process", failure to comply will invalidate an employee's application.

The selection process will include a screening for minimum qualifications as listed in this posting and may additionally involve a skills/performance test, written exam, and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first.
Application Process
This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. However, all full-time SEIU District employees must follow the "Bid Form" process and deposit their bids in the bid box. Failure to comply may invalidate the employee's bid. As actual vacancies occur, District employees on the internal eligibility list will be considered before outside candidates.

External applicants may only apply on line, at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the on line application process may receive additional information by calling (510) 464-6112.

The Employment Office will screen Bid form applications and resumes against the minimum qualifications. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the hiring department for further consideration. The selection process may involve a skills/performance test, written exam, and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first.

All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. On line applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information, but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer-related), genetic information or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by calling (510) 464-6112.

Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veteran's must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.
Other Information
Please be prepared to present documentation in support of any required licenses, degrees, or certifications upon request.
Other Information
Please note that any job announcement may be canceled at any time.
Note
When you have successfully applied for this position you will receive an auto reply e-mail acknowledging that your application was received for this position. Please retain a copy of the e-mail for your records. If you receive an auto reply that does not specifically reference this position, please call the Employment Help Line at (510) 464-6112 for assistance.

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