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Technician 1

Company:
Central Ohio Transit Authority
Location:
Columbus, OH, 43222
Posted:
August 01, 2025
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Description:

Job Description

SALARY: $40.23/HR

LOCATION: 1600 McKinley Ave, Columbus, OH 43222

BENEFITS:

Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental and Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discounts

COTA Bus Pass

Wellness Initiatives

On-Site Chair Massage

On-Site Health Coach

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Public Pension through OPERS & Ohio Deferred Compensation

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Inspecting, troubleshooting, removing, repairing, and/or replacing all types of components/units as required

Inspecting, troubleshooting electrical units, removing/replacing faulty components on the Authority's vehicles; performing electrical work including diagnosing, removing, and replacing electrical/electronic components and performing wiring repairs

Troubleshooting, with or without test equipment, various troubles encountered with engines and other units affecting vehicle operation

Removing and installing major units on coaches including transmissions, engines, differentials, and axle tubes

Overhauling or repairing units of Authority equipment requiring general shop work

Replacing worn parts, bearings, bushings, and other related equipment

Removing broken screws, bolts, and studs by normal extraction methods, using caution to correctly torque by fastener size, also using compounds to guard against heat, rust, and seizure

Diagnosing and repairing electrical, electronic, and air conditioning troubles in all types of electrical and electronic equipment associated with the Authority's vehicles

Overhauling major units of electrical, electronic, and air conditioning equipment in Authority vehicles and facilities

Re-wiring electrical and electronic systems of all types on Authority vehicles and facilities, testing circuits, and making final connections or adjustments

Removing and installing parts, body panels, and/or assemblies as required to gain access to faulty components to perform duties of this line of progression

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Must have a minimum of five or more years' experience in transit or similar line of work.

Must obtain CNG-FSI certification and EPA 609

Must pass National Occupational Competency Testing Institute test with a minimum passing score of 80%

Must have or obtain three (3) OEM training modules from Engine, Transmission, Fuel System, Brakes, HVAC, AMEREX, and/or Programmable Logic Controller. Completion of the six modules must be obtained within one year of taking the position

Must possess the proper tools that are required to perform the duties of this position

COTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on job needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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