Service Lane Technician

*$500 Sign-On Bonus!

Please note: This position has openings for 2nd (Beginning at 2:00pm) and 3rd (Beginning at 10:00pm) shifts.

Greyhound has been successfully serving the travel needs of millions of people for over one hundred years. With that history comes a sense of pride and responsibility that inspires our employees and spurs our continuous growth. Our team is currently seeking Service Lane Technicians to provide quality preventive maintenance and minor repairs on over-the-road buses specifically with diesel engines and coach related components.

Under general supervision of the Lead Man or Foreman, Supervisor or Manager, the Service Technician performs work required to meet and adhere to the company's maintenance policies and requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections on motor coaches in accordance with company standard operating procedures to include but not limited to checking and filling oil, antifreeze, power steering, transmission fluid, brake fluid, windshield washer fluid
• Completes a safety risk assessment prior all work performed
• Ensures work orders are completed properly and accurately
• Conducts appropriate course of action for repairs and follow up on written/printed repairs orders and ensures proper information flow of work order data both on daily vehicle inspection reports and input into maintenance computer system
• Inspects all buses during fueling or on a regularly scheduled basis for physical damage. Any damage will be reported immediately to the supervision/foreman
• Performs light interior & exterior maintenance on buses as required (i.e. seat repair, mirror adjustment & replacement, jump starting buses & lamp replacement)
• Evaluates completed work prior to release and seeks supervisor/foreman approval where required.
• Ensures safe use of all shop equipment, power and hand-held tools.
• Moves vehicles safely between job and work area and maintains the appropriate credentials to operate a motor coach
• Communicates professionally with team members, supervisors, and customers.
• Actively participates in safety or educational training as required
• In the event of a fuel or fluid spills, takes all necessary steps to contain the spill
• Follows all safety standards & guidelines, including but not limited to, wearing of safety glasses, wearing of steel-toed/safety shoes, appropriate safety gloves as needed, and proper attire
• Performs any other management requests or directives as requested

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: 

• High School Diploma required; Degree in Automotive/Diesel Technology preferred
• Drivers License Required; Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Preferred
• Ability to utilize computer systems to diagnose vehicle systems
• Some computer skill requiring basic data entry into maintenance database
• Previous experience and knowledge of mechanical repair and tools
• Must be able to speak and read conversational English

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Lifting up to 100 lbs without assistance and up to 250 lbs with job aids or co-worker assistance
• Carrying up to 25 lbs for a distance up to 200 feet
• Pushing/Pulling up to 80 lbs without assistance and up to 250 lbs with job aids or co-worker assistance
• Standing/Walking activities are encountered during 75% of the normal work day
• Sitting activities are normally not encountered outside of normal work breaks and would not exceed 10% of a work day
• Stooping/Bending/Squatting activities are encountered on a frequent basis
• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling activities are encountered approximately 5% of an average work day
• Climbing would comprise no more than 5% of an individual's time
• Reaching activities are conducted on a frequent and repetitive basis throughout the work day
• An individual may be required to perform twisting activities, dependent on the type of position he need to place himself in while performing his/her job duties

You should be able to utilize computer systems to diagnose vehicle systems and must be familiar with the machines and tools that are essential to the job function. Our Service Lane Technicians are responsible for practicing safe work habits and for maintaining a clean and safe work place environment.

Bring your skills to the Greyhound team and make your mark with a company that’s making history!