Automotive Technician
Company: Western Oakland Transportation Authority
Location: Highland
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Job Title: ASE
Certified Mechanic or Michigan Certified Reports to: Maintenance
Manager Salary Range: $23 - $28 commensurate with
qualifications/experience Benefits: Health, Vision, and Dental;
401a with employer matched contributions Primary Responsibilities:
WOTA Automotive Technician is a safety-sensitive employee
responsible for the inspection, diagnosis, and reasonable repair,
both major and minor, to the WOTA fleet. Includes: • Follow and
complete a predetermined preventative maintenance program on buses
and vans and other equipment. • Conduct wheelchair lift inspections
on WOTA-owned vehicles • Use of hoists/hydraulic jacks to raise
vehicles for repairs/inspections as well as tire changer and
balancer • Provide technical guidance and direction to WOTA drivers
and provide training on vehicle-related issues • Work with the
Maintenance Manager on best practices and policy • Complete
necessary paperwork pertaining to work performed. • Maintain
inventory of equipment, supplies and materials (necessary for the
smooth running of the vehicles (Q-Straint, lubricants, cleaning,
etc.) • Prepares specifications for and may initiate major
purchases with approval of the Maintenance Manager • Preferred
availability for emergency response on a stand-by basis during
hours of operation • Perform driver duties if needed Requirements:
Qualifications • Possess a valid Chauffer’s license and clean five
(5) year driving record. • ASE Certification or Michigan Mechanic
Certification in brakes. • ASE Certification or Michigan Mechanic
Certification in suspension or willingness to test a plus. • Must
pass DOT/FTA pre-employment drug screening and random drug tests. •
Must be willing to pass the ASE test on other certifications deemed
necessary for WOTA maintenance with a passing score of 70%. •
Accuracy and attention to details highly valued as reports are
subject to audits. • Safety awareness – ability to identify and
correct conditions that may cause harm to drivers, office staff or
passengers. • Able to read and speak English with comprehension and
follow procedures and policies. • Able to keep work area neat and
clean. • Courteous and consistent service. • Basic computer skills.
• Attend training seminars and meetings when requested and perform
related duties as assigned.
Keywords: Western Oakland Transportation Authority, Detroit , Automotive Technician, Construction - Building Trades , Highland, Michigan
