Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

EOE / Drug Free

Motor Coach Fleet Diesel Mechanic

Applicants must receive satisfactory results from a background check as conducted in accordance with applicable laws; and must pass a drug screening and meet Department of Transportation (DOT) and Company mental and physical requirements.

• Must be 21
• Possess a valid CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement, or obtain after 90 days
• 1-3 years experience in fleet maintenance & repair
• Experience working with MCI, Van Hool buses and working on Cummings, Detroit, and International engines

Job Description

• Perform routine, scheduled, and preventative maintenance inspections and required repairs to company standards
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform vehicle repairs including steering, electrical, cooling, brake systems, drive trains, suspension, transmissions, etc.
• Repair and maintain buses and bus equipment
• Test drive repaired equipment
• Notifies supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment
• Repair / maintain wheelchair lifts to ADA standards
• Maintain a safe, clean, and productive work area
• Ensure work orders are accurate and properly completed
• Motor Coach driving is occasionally required
• Ability to use good judgment and decision-making skills to ensure safety and quality at all times
• Ability to work well with others on the team in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to receive and carry out instructions to perform work
• Any other duties as assigned

Job Requirements :

• Prior mechanical experience required (minimum 2 years)
• Ability to work independently
• A / C and Brake Certifications are highly preferred; must be able to obtain after 90 days
• Must own and supply appropriate mechanic tools for necessary duties
• Must possess a valid drivers License
• Willing to obtain CDL, Class B with Passenger Endorsement after 90 days
• Must have dependable transportation
• Must work early mornings and evening shifts including weekends
• Solid understanding and adherence to safety and environmental standards
• Must be able to pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen, and DOT physical

Physical Requirements :

Ability to frequently lift, push, and pull weights over 50 pounds, occasionally lift, push and pull weights over 100 pounds from the floor to above the shoulder and horizontally

Ability to push / pull over 100 pounds for extensive periods

Ability to perform repetitive tasks; stretch, turn, twist, and reach overhead; bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extensive periods

Working Conditions

Environmental working conditions vary and employees may encounter vibration, noise, odors, and extremes in temperature and wind as well as exposure to varied weather, varied surfaces, sharp edges, varied lighting and confined and congested areas, and occasional exposure to petroleum-based products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, oil, grease, dust, fumes, and chemicals.