Mechanic needed! \$25.09 per hour starting wage. Great opportunity to build a lasting career with a long-standing local employer. Come join COIC\'s Cascades East Transit\'s vehicle maintenance team and work for an organization with great benefits and steady, reliable work. Hours/Days \' Typically, 8:00am \' 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. Position based out of the Bend Bear Creek Maintenance yard located at the base of Pilot Butte Benefits include health, dental and vision. One low monthly premium will cover both you and your dependents. Earn vacation and sick time from day one. Other benefits available include employer paid retirement, life insurance and many more. Summary of Duties: Perform day-to-day operational and preventative maintenance for all vehicles, to include, but not limited to the inspection, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of a variety of light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles, and equipment. Essential Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: \' AA Degree in Automotive Technology plus some specialized training in maintenance management, or a closely related field; three (3) years of related experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience necessary to perform the required job duties. \' Thorough knowledge of automotive mechanics, gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, wheelchair lifts, automotive HVAC systems; price trends and grades or quality of materials and equipment. \' Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities. \' Working knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and tools used in modern equipment maintenance. \' Skill in operation of required tools and equipment. \' Ability to establish and maintain effective preventive maintenance programs, policies, and procedures. \' Ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion. \' Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. \' Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, vendors, and the public. \' Must pass a criminal background and driving background check. \' Must have or attain a valid Oregon Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and air brake restriction lifted within 6 months of hire date as an essential function of the position. \' Valid driver\'s license and access to a private vehicle or equivalent means of transportation. \' Must successfully pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen. \' Must provide own basic hand tools used in the repair of vehicles and equipment. \' Work independently and effectively without close supervision. \' Effective verbal and written communication skills. \' To establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. \' Have strong organizational and time management skills and ability to work effectively under pressure. \' To work with and keep confidential sensitive personnel information. Check out this opportunity at https://www.coic.org/careers/. Job Title \' Vehicle Mechanic.