Bus & Diesel Vehicle Technician

Mid Columbia Bus Company; Stayton (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid Columbia Bus Company in Stayton, Oregon, seeks a skilled diesel and hydraulic systems technician to diagnose, repair and maintain specialty vehicles and buses. The role covers electrical systems, diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, brakes, drivetrains, and related components, plus parts ordering and documentation.

You will read technical drawings, review DVIRs, manage recalls, and support training.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree-Technical School or two years of related work experience.
• Ability to pass medical examination.
• CDL Class A or B preferred, or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair all systems in buses and assets.
• Work well in a team and in a shared shop space.
• Understand performance of maintenance on gas- and diesel-powered vehicles.
• Maintain cleanliness in job and workstation areas.
• Request parts and read technical drawings and catalogs.
• Communicate effectively with technicians, 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

Education

Associates Degree-Technical School

Two years related work experience

Job description

Mid Columbia Bus Company in Stayton, Oregon, seeks a skilled diesel and hydraulic systems technician to diagnose, repair and maintain specialty vehicles and buses. The role covers electrical systems, diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, brakes, drivetrains, and related components, plus parts ordering and documentation.

You will read technical drawings, review DVIRs, manage recalls, and support training.