Location: South Holland
Office: Revenue Services
Department: Maintenance
Company Overview:
Pace is the premier suburban transit provider, safely and efficiently moving people to work, school, and other regional destinations. Pace’s family of public transportation offers affordable and environmentally responsible transit options for the residents of 274 municipalities in Cook, Will, DuPage, Kane, Lake, and McHenry counties. The backbone of Chicago’s suburbs, Pace serves tens of thousands of daily riders. One of the largest bus services in North America, Pace covers 3,677 square miles, an area nearly the size of the state of Connecticut and about 15 times the size of the City of Chicago. Pace’s innovative approach to public transportation gives the agency a national reputation as an industry leader.
Job Description:
Under the direction of the Superintendent of Maintenance, Vanpool or designee, the Contract Carrier Maintenance Specialist is responsible for performing fleet inspections, writing fleet inspection correspondence, and reviewing monthly reports for Contract Carrier properties. Essential functions include:
- Provides support for contract carrier properties regarding the operation and maintenance of the vehicles and equipment.
- Reviews reported problems, track issues, analyzes warranties and warranty-related items, and reports if warranty issues should be pursued.
- Monitors day-to-day operation of contract carrier properties ensuring compliance with Pace rules and regulations.
- Handles all emergency calls and related investigations for these properties and assists its personnel with facility-related matters.
- Assists with new bus acceptance and inspections.
- Assists senior inspectors with engine/transmission related items as well as bus renovation projects and retrofit campaigns.
- Assists with matters relating to maintenance in the Vanpool Department.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
This is a safety sensitive position.
Qualifications
Age:
Must be 21 and over.
Education:
Qualified candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalency; trade school certification in automotive/diesel is preferred.
Experience:
Must have 3-5 years of progressive "hands-on" experience in bus maintenance or a related field, with extensive, in-depth working knowledge of all diesel and gasoline coach systems, shop procedures, and equipment. In addition, 1-3 years of administrative experience is preferred.
Certifications/Licenses:
Must have DOT certification.
Must have (or obtain within 6 months of date of hire) a valid Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.
Essential Skills:
Must demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to read and use schematics. Must demonstrate basic proficiency utilizing Microsoft suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel), experience with Oracle is preferred. Must have a good work record.
Working Conditions:
Work is primarily performed in an office setting, with work infrequently performed in a garage setting, where the employee may be exposed to loud noises, noxious odors, and other environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time, type, drive to locations within Pace’s service area and out of region as needed, and lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Salary:
Full salary range: $50,467-$106,032
Midpoint: $78,250
Starting salary range: $64,358-$78,250
Pace provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.
How to Apply:
Apply online at www.pacebus.com and include your resume with your application.
Pace is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre-employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Devlin.collins@pacebus.com.
Pace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
