Class A Bus Mechanic - TopView Sightseeing

Up to $10k sign on bonus! Rates up to $50/hour! 

Come grow with us at TopView Sightseeing! 

About us:

TopView Sightseeing is a New York City-based company offering a variety of sightseeing bus tours. We own and manage the portfolio of brands, including TopView Sightseeing, Event Cruises NYC, Liberty Cruise, Bike Rental Central Park, and Attraction Pass. TopView Sightseeing serves over 500k customers annually, creating unforgettable experiences for New Yorkers and visitors.

TopView Sightseeing is a fast-growing company with significant room for growth; it offers a dynamic, one-of-a-kind work environment and is a workplace filled with enthusiastic, engaged, and supportive co-workers.

About
We’re looking for career-minded, expert bus mechanics with 5 years' experience as a bus mechanic, knowledge of DOT bus inspection, and a solid understanding of electronic/troubleshooting techniques to join our team in Ridgewood, Queens. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to mentor Class B mechanics as well as grow into a Foreman.

Candidates for this role will like sharing process improvement ideas, implementing ideas, and come in with a curious mind and appetite for learning.

If you think this is you, please apply today! 

Requirements:

• 5 years’ minimum experience as a Bus Mechanic with subject matter expertise
• Knowledge of NYS DOT bus inspection procedures.
• Must have the ability to identify the cause of breakdowns and repair them, diagnose and repair any issue on the bus and repair them using the most optimal solutions using the most optimal solutions.
• Ability to troubleshoot, charge, repair, and/or replace air conditioning and ventilation systems.
• Expert knowledge of electrical and pneumatic (air) systems. Must have a step-by-step troubleshooting mentality.
• Valid CDL B license (preferred)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and assigned preventive maintenance services.
• Oversee and participate in the conduct of bus inspections, safety checks, and the diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on commercial buses.
• Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• Participate in major and minor mechanical repairs on buses and other light motorized equipment; diagnose diesel internal combustion engine maintenance problems.
• Coordinate service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Schedule and oversee staff to ensure efficient job completion.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with company and OSHA Standards.
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping of all maintenance shop activities.
• Conduct maintenance and safety training for all employees including newly hired personnel.
• Conduct in-service training programs for employees with equipment suppliers for new techniques in mechanical repairs.
• Assist in the selection of new employees; train, supervise and evaluate assigned employees.
• Maintain regular attendance and compliance with company policies and union guidelines (CBA).
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Perform other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Electrical systems and electronics with solid troubleshooting techniques A MUST.
• Tools, equipment and procedures used in the general overhaul, repairs and maintenance of automotive equipment.
• Principles of internal combustion engines, gas and diesel.
• Understanding of technologies involved in electrical, hydraulics and fuel systems.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.
• Adherence to state laws and NY state DOT regulations.
• Basic math.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Undergraduate and/or graduate degree a plus.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Certification from a nationally accredited mechanical/electrical institution is a plus.
• Formal training such as military, ASE certification, and/or 608/609 certificate a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38-$50 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance, dental, vision insurance
• Union Membership
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Diesel engine repair: 10 years (Required)
• Mechanical knowledge: 10 years (Required)

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