The main responsibilities are maintaining the fleet by way of preventive maintenance and repairs as needed.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Report on time to the depot as scheduled in required uniform
• Conduct periodic maintenance inspections of the company fleet vehicles
• Perform routine repairs of the vehicles and day to day cleaning and maintenance as required
• Attend to vehicle breakdowns and service calls in line with the needs of the business
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others
• Follow and comply with all OSHA mandated regulations
• Prepare buses for D.O.T inspections
• Keeps equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters
• Maintains vehicle functional condition by listening to operator complaints; conducting inspections; repairing engine failures; repairing mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; replacing parts and components; repairing body damage
• Verifies vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems
• Complies with state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards
• Maintains vehicle records by recording service and repairs
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs
• Manages costs by utilizing product warranty and evaluate purchase options for service and parts
• Keeps supplies readily available by properly inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipt
• Accomplishes meeting the organizations mission by completing tasks as needed that deliver effective results
• Participate in training and staff meetings as required
• Actively participate as a member of the Engineering team, including regular liaison with all mechanics regarding current projects.
• To carry out other task as may reasonably requested

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Ability to read and speak English
• Understanding and ability to use hand tools
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Ability to trouble-shoot and problem solve with a high level of patience
• Strong analytical, electronic and mathematic skills
• Comfortability with technology
• Ability to “think on your feet"
• Genuine approach to teamwork
• At least 2 years’ experience as a heavy diesel mechanic preferably with experience working on buses
• Must have D.O.T inspection experience
• CDL preferred
• Flexible schedule (including weekends)
• Tools

Compensation and Benefits

• $36.00/Hour
• Full Time
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Big Bus discounts