Diesel Bus Mechanic A & B - Up to $15,000 Signing Bonus Available

  • Contrato permanente
  • Tiempo completo
  • Al menos 2 años de experiencia
  • Bachillerato
  • Responsable/Experto en Ingeniería/Mantenimiento

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Labor

We are seeking skilled, safety‑focused Mechanic A and Mechanic B professionals to join our team. If you have hands‑on experience diagnosing and repairing buses, trucks, or heavy equipment, and are ready to grow your career in a supportive, team‑focused environment, we want to hear from you. 

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Responsibilities and Specific Duties  

  • Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, precision instruments, HVAC recovery equipment, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches and hydraulic presses in addition to computer programs such as Cummins Insite and Allison DOC. 
  • Maintains and creates records and work history within electronic repair orders. 
  • Inspect / diagnose / repair / replace brake systems, fuel and emission systems, drivelines, steering and suspension systems, passenger heating/cooling systems, etc. to ensure that they are in proper operating condition. 
  • Use of in-ground and above-ground hoists as well as portable hoists and hydraulic jacks to raise equipment for inspection and repair. 
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance inspections and procedures such as changing oil and filters, lubricating steering, suspension and brake components, battery maintenance, compressed natural gas tank inspections, etc. 
  • Test drive/operate light duty vehicles, trucks, buses and support equipment to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly. 
  • Inspect, adjust, repair and replace protective guards, loose components, and specified safety devices. 
  • Vehicle chassis alignments. 
  • Replace, repair, and perform routine maintenance on internal combustion engines to include gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel in addition to transmissions and differential units. 
  • Repair and adjust seats, doors, and windows, interior and exterior trim and hardware. Install, diagnose and repair/replace vehicle accessories. 
  • Emission related diagnosis and repairs. 
  • Minor fabrication, welding, grinding, soldering, etc. 
  • Performs service calls on vehicles and equipment. 
  • Assists in training of lower-level personnel 
  • Performs backfill supervisory duties as required 
  • Performs related duties as assigned.  
  • Competency Statement(s) 
  • Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. 
  • Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. 
  • Responsible - Ability to be held accountable and answer for one’s conduct while maintaining a professional attitude. 
  • Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. 
  • Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type. 
  • Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. 
  • Customer driven - Ability to work effectively with both internal and external custom.

Minimum Requirements     

  • High school diploma or GED  
  • Must have a valid South Carolina CDL with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsement
  • Minimum of one-two years of vocational/technical schooling or equivalent work experience.
  • Additional training from mechanical/technical schools, courses or seminars desirable
  • Must provide own hand tools as necessary to perform the assigned work  
  • Computer Skills Basic computer skills with the ability to learn new programs as required.  
  • Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check
  • Must pass Department of Transportation (DOT) pre-employment physical and drug screening.
  • Experience utilizing diagnostic software such as Cummins Insite and Allison
  • Must have hands on experience in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
  • Must have the ability to learn the design, maintenance, and adjustments of ADA equipment, air conditioning, brakes, chassis, cooling system, engine, interior/exterior lighting, gauges and controls, safety equipment, fire suppression system and sensitive edges, tires and transmissions 
  • Must have computer skills for the ability to repair sub-components of all types of buses.  
  • Must have the ability to understand and follow schematics. 
  • Intermediate level computer skills (including Microsoft applications)  
  • Detail-oriented, resourceful, diligent and able to operate independently with limited supervision (completing assigned work accurately and in a timely manner) 
  • Able to work in a team environment, cohesively to ensure vehicle safety  
  • Strong time management and organizational skills 
  • Sound judgement; Good problem-solving and analytical skills (troubleshoot technical issues, communicate and document solutions to non-technical parties) 
  • Excellent communication skills 

Certifications:

  • Level A: Must hold and maintain four ASE Truck or Transit Bus certifications, one of which must be test T6 or H6 electrical, along with 608/609 Air Conditioning Certification and four years of verifiable experience in heavy duty diesel bus or truck.   
  • Level B: Must hold and maintain three ASE Truck or Transit Bus along with 608/609 Air Conditioning Certification and three years of verifiable experience in heavy duty diesel bus or truck.  

Compensation:

Mechanic A:

  • Starting Rate: $31.60/hourly
  • Signing Bonus: $15,000

Mechanic B:

  • Starting Rate: $29.39/hourly
  • Signing Bonus: $10,000

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer & We Welcome Diversity to our Teams!