Bus Alignments Technician I — Fleet Maintenance

Regional Transit Service; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Regional Transit Service (RTS) is seeking a Technician I, Garage Days – Alignments to perform alignments, inspections, and preventive maintenance on buses and fleet vehicles. You will contribute to safety, reliability, and service availability while supporting maintenance operations.

The role requires a diesel mechanics background, tool ownership, and progression toward CDL licenses, with strong customer service and communication skills in a fast-paced transit environment.

Qualifications

• Two years in an accredited diesel mechanics program or comparable technical coursework.
• Equivalant verifiable work experience can substitute for education (two years of work experience may substitute for one year).
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Must provide own tools.
• Must obtain NY CDL Class B permit with passenger and air brake endorsements prior to employment.
• Must obtain CDL Class B license within 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain CDL Class A permit with towing endorsement (may be obtained after hire).
• Must obtain CDL Class A license within 90 days of receiving the permit.
• Must successfully complete a post-offer physical examination.
• Must read, write, and communicate effectively in English for safety and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform front-wheel alignments on articulated buses, 40-foot buses, and non-revenue vehicles.
• Maintain, repair, and overhaul RTS buses and fleet vehicles.
• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance.
• Replace, adjust, and repair mechanical components.
• Complete required test drives following repairs.
• Operate diagnostic software and equipment (Cummins InSite, Allison).
• Perform welding, brazing, and cutting torch work as required.
• Operate tow trucks and respond to road calls when assigned.
• Perform articulated bus repairs and overhauls.
• Complete ramp and battery preventive maintenance inspections and repairs.
• Report safety concerns and maintenance issues to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

Customer service

Communication

Read/write English

Education

Diesel mechanics program

Tools

Own tools

Cummins InSite

Allison diagnostic systems

Job description

Regional Transit Service (RTS) is seeking a Technician I, Garage Days – Alignments to perform alignments, inspections, and preventive maintenance on buses and fleet vehicles. You will contribute to safety, reliability, and service availability while supporting maintenance operations.

The role requires a diesel mechanics background, tool ownership, and progression toward CDL licenses, with strong customer service and communication skills in a fast-paced transit environment.