Bus & Diesel Systems Technician

Mid Columbia Bus Company; Rainier (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid Columbia Bus Company is seeking a maintenance technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain specialty vehicles and trucks. You will work on electrical systems, diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, brakes, and drivetrains, plus small repairs, parts ordering, and documentation.

The role requires reading technical drawings, interacting with other technicians and customers, and upholding shop standards of efficiency and safety. Full-time in Oregon service.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree-Technical School OR Two years or work related experience.
• Class A or B CDL, OR the ability to obtain.
• Endorsements: Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) or as Required.
• Ability to pass medical examination.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair all systems in buses and other assets.
• Work well in an environment with other technicians.
• Understand maintenance performance on gas- and diesel-powered vehicles and other systems.
• Maintain cleanliness in work areas and stations.
• Request parts needed to complete repairs; read drawings and parts catalogs.
• Communicate effectively with other techs, supervisors, managers and customers.
• Maintain efficiency, productivity, and labor rate standards.
• Learn new products and methods and train lower level technicians.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Planning & Organizing

Dependability

Adaptability

Leadership (implied)

Education

Associate degree or technical school

Tools

CDL Class A/B

Endorsements: Passenger & School Bus

Job description

Mid Columbia Bus Company is seeking a maintenance technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain specialty vehicles and trucks. You will work on electrical systems, diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, brakes, and drivetrains, plus small repairs, parts ordering, and documentation.

The role requires reading technical drawings, interacting with other technicians and customers, and upholding shop standards of efficiency and safety. Full-time in Oregon service.