A/C & Heat Mechanic

Performs Preventive Maintenance Inspections (PMI) on vehicle HVAC systems installed on METRO's revenue fleet.

 

Independently diagnoses and repairs all air conditioning and heat defects on Authority vehicles under the supervision of a Mechanical Foreman.

 

Proper use and interpretation of laptop computer and related HVAC system software.

 

Performs inspections and uses approved test equipment and specialized tools, gauges, and diagnostic equipment associated with air conditioning and heat repair work.

 

Road test vehicles when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.

 

Assists in work direction with mechanics as assigned.

 

Perform the duties of a Transit Bus Repair "A" as assigned.

 

Participates in on-going training in accordance with METRO's Maintenance Training Program.

 

Maintains a clean and safe work area.

 

Completes all required reports and records in a timely and accurate fashion.

 

Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.

 

Performs other job related duties as required.

 

A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check is required prior to the placement of any individual in a position that requires the operation of a METRO revenue or non-revenue vehicle on behalf of METRO: 

The Disqualifying Criteria is as follows:

- Invalid, suspended, or revoked driver's license

- Conviction of driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) within the preceding three (3) years

- 2 or more DUI or DWI convictions with no time limit.

- Any accumulation of suspensions of over 1 year in length within the last 3 years

 

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas has a zero tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment.



Further, employees who perform safety-sensitive functions will submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.



We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or disability.