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Job Title: MAINTENANCE TRAINER
Division/Department: MAINTENANCE
Reports To: DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE
SUMMARYConducts apprentice and mechanic training courses as well as on-the-job training in the maintenance and repair of bus electrical systems, CNG engines, heavy automatic transmissions, HVAC, and brake and air systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Conducts classroom and on-the-job instruction for all Sportran Mechanics and Apprentice personnel to enhance the knowledge and improve the skills and abilities necessary to effectively maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all related equipment.
2. Provides for the development and/or acquisition of training programs and materials for classroom and on-the-job training. Recommends improvements to the existing programs.
3. Instructs trainees in the safe use of shop equipment and tools.
4. Monitors and evaluates the progress of employees in training and identifies overall training of units supported, by developing and delivering training programs. Identifies performance deficiencies and recommends future training. Assists branch managers in identifying training needs.
5. Completes, submits, and maintains accurate up-to-date training records, required reports and schedules.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for the training Sportran Mechanic and supervision of apprentices in a classroom and on-the-job training environment.
QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or equivalent and completion of a two-year technical school degree in diesel systems or related fields (i.e., automotive, diesel, aircraft, etc.) or a DOT approved bus maintenance apprenticeship. Minimum of four years of progressive automated/diesel maintenance experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Must be able to use MS Word and PowerPoint to create training presentations, handouts, and exams. Experience may substitute for technical degree on a year for year basis.
COMPUTER SKILLSAbility to use MS Word and PowerPoint to create training presentations, handouts, and exams.
LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of Managers, and Vendors
MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITYAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSInstructor must attain ASE Transit Bus certification for primary teaching courses within twelve (24) months of assuming the instructor position. Must attain ASE Master Transit Bus certification within twenty-four (36) months of assuming the instructor position. Must maintain the certification(s) for the duration of their tenure as a Bus Maintenance Instructor. Commercial Driver's License required.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All positions are Safety Sensitive and require pre-employment drug testing; background checks; clean driving records and applicants must be able to work flexible shifts.
Require that applicants have no more than two (2) moving violations in the past five years and no convictions of a serious traffic violation (i.e., DWI, driving with a suspended, canceled or revoked license) in the past five years.
SporTran is an Equal Opportunity EmployerSporTran provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SporTran complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
SporTran
Shreveport Transit Management, Inc. operates the SporTran public transit system for Shreveport and Bossier City. We provide fixed route bus service and ADA paratransit service through our LiftLine brand. Buses and vans operate from approximately 5:00am to 1:30am Monday-Saturday and from 8:00am to 5pm on Sundays. Our maintenance facility operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Applicant Acknowledgement
I understand and agree that the information provided on my application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Any misrepresentation or deliberate omission of any fact on my application, resume or any other materials submitted will be sufficient for rejection of my application for consideration. PLEASE ALLOW 24-72 HOURS BEFORE CHECKING ON THE STATUS OF YOUR APPLICATION TO PERMIT SCREENING FOR POSITION ELIGIBILITY.
The below listed positions are continuous job postings and do not represent a current vacancy for employment. Applications are accepted for these positions on a continuous basis. Pursuant to company policy, applications will remain actively on file for one year from Date of Submission. If your qualifications are identified as a match for a current opening, you may be contacted for an interview.

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