Bus Mechanic - PT

Avis Budget Group International; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly hourly wage (New York and PR

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Medical, dental and other insurance

FSA for transit/parking

401k retirement benefits

Employee discounts on Avis/Budget car

Perks vary by status/location

Job summary

Avis Budget Group in Romulus, MI is seeking a diesel bus mechanic to perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and safety inspections on our bus fleet. You will ensure vehicles are safe, reliable, and ready to transport customers with confidence.

You will work on newer buses, applying diesel expertise to minimize downtime and support on-time transportation, with on-site duties and opportunities for training and growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of diesel repair experience.
• Must have a complete set of hand tools for diesel repair and maintenance.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid Driver’s License; Class B CDL may be required depending on location.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• On-site work; not remote.
• ASE T1-T8 certifications preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard and complex repairs on diesel bus fleet, including preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and mechanical and electrical diagnostics.
• Check and repair belts, hoses, windshield wipers, lighting, and other components to meet safety and performance standards.
• Work on a fleet of newer buses, maintaining reliability and minimizing downtime to support on-time transportation and customer experience.

Skills

Diesel repair

Manual dexterity

Flexibility to work shifts

Basic computer skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

ASE T1-T8 certifications (preferred)

Tools

Hand tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

$25.00/hourShift Premium may Apply

Immediately hiring! Have you built your career working on diesel engines, heavy-duty trucks, or buses—and take pride in keeping vehicles safe and road-ready? If you’re detail-oriented, safety-focused, and enjoy hands-on repair work that directly supports a great customer experience, join the Avis Budget Group team.

In this role, your expertise ensures our buses are safe, dependable, and ready to transport customers with confidence.

What You’ll Do:

You will perform standard and complex repairs on our diesel bus fleet, including preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and mechanical and electrical diagnostics. This includes checking and repairing belts, hoses, windshield wipers, lighting systems, and other critical components to ensure vehicles meet safety and performance standards.

You will work on a fleet of newer buses, applying your diesel expertise to maintain reliability and minimize downtime. By keeping vehicles operating safely and efficiently, your work directly supports on-time transportation and a positive customer experience.

Perks You’ll Get:

• Bi-weekly hourly wage (New York and Puerto Rico: weekly wage)
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental and other insurance
• Flexible spending account opportunity to contribute up to $270 as a tax-free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses
• Retirement benefits (401k)
• Employee discounts, including discounted car rental and discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
• Above perks may vary based on full-time/part-time status and location

What We’re Looking For:

• Valid Driver’s License
• May be required to hold a Class B CDL, depending on location
• Minimum of 2 years of diesel repair experience
• Comfortable working in a mechanical shop with moderate to loud noise levels
• Must have a complete set of hand tools required for diesel repair and maintenance
• Basic computer skills, including typing and data entry
• Flexibility to work various shifts
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, continuously stand, bend, reach, walk, sit and kneel frequently, enter, exit and drive vehicles
• Must be at least 21 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
• This position requires regular, on-site presence and cannot be performed remotely
• ASE certifications T1-T8 are preferred but not required

Who We Are:

Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.

We believe great service starts with people who care. Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards. We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.

Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.

This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.

RomulusMichiganUnited States of America