Diesel Mechanic Full Time

Southeast Area Transit District; Grand River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public transportation is seeking a dedicated diesel mechanic to maintain and repair its fleet of vehicles. This role involves hands-on work with heavy-duty diesel buses, ensuring safety and reliability for community transit. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong problem-solving skills, and be proficient with electronic diagnostic tools. Join a committed team that values service excellence and offers competitive compensation along with excellent benefits. If you are passionate about making a difference in public service, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vacation Days

Sick Days

457(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years' experience as a diesel mechanic or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs heavy-duty diesel buses and support vehicles.
• Inspects and diagnoses major components for repairs.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two Years' Experience as a Diesel Mechanic

Tools

Electronic Diagnostic Tools

Personal Hand Tools

Job description

The District is the region's public transportation provider with a strong public service and safety ethic. We are looking for an energetic, conscientious, and detail-oriented individual who enjoys making a difference, a quick learner who can take the initiative, and someone who enjoys being part of a small team that takes pride in their service to the community.



JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains SEAT's vehicles, including heavy-duty diesel buses and gasoline minibuses and support vehicles.


• Inspects, diagnoses, and performs repairs on major components.


• Makes road calls and test drives vehicles.


• Occasionally maintains and repairs shop tools, equipment, and facilities.


• Occasionally services and fuels vehicles.


• Completes work orders and other necessary documentation.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED


• Two Years' experience as a diesel mechanic or any comparable combination of education/experience.


• Proficient in use of electronic diagnostic tools.


• Requires analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with ability to make independent decisions guided by a commitment to safety.


• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) in English.


• Must provide his/her own personal hand tools.


• Ability to travel for training.


• Ability to work nights and weekends.


• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License


• Ability to obtain Forklift Certification.


• Ability to obtain A/C 609 Certification and/or appropriate ASE certifications.

We offer competitive compensation wage range $29.60 - $37.77 per hour depending on experience (bonus for appropriate ASE certifications) and excellent benefits including, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, vacation, sick, personal days, 457(b) and an EAP program.



Due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will contact only those candidates who most closely match our requirements. Applications accepted until the position is filled.



SEAT is an EEO/AA Employer



Please send SEAT application, resume and salary requirement to:

HR Manager

Mail: 21 Route 12, Preston CT 06365

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]