Diesel Bus Mechanic

Academy Express; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life insurance

401K plan

Paid time off and holiday pay

Job summary

Academy Express is looking for a full-time Diesel Bus Mechanic (Class A) in Richmond, VA. The role offers an hourly wage of $34.00 - $42.00, along with a $2500 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities include repairing and maintaining tour buses, conducting inspections, and supervising junior mechanics. Candidates must have bus experience, own tools, and a valid driver's license. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have bus experience, specifically working on Cummins and Detroit engines.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness to obtain a CDL License is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Repair, troubleshoot, and diagnose modern tour buses.
• Conduct preventative and routine maintenance.
• Perform inspections and road tests.
• Document warranty and repair work.
• Train and supervise junior mechanics.

Skills

Repair, troubleshooting, and diagnosis of modern tour buses

Basic welding/fabrication

Proficient in the use of diagnostic devices

Valid driver's license

Must have own tools

7+ years of diesel engine maintenance

CDL License with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement

Job description

Academy Busis seeking a full-time Diesel Bus Mechanic (Class A) for our Richmond, VA location. $2500 Sign On Bonus.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends.

Pay - $34.00 - $42.00 per hour.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Repair, troubleshooting, and diagnosis of modern tour buses
• Reconditioning, preventative, and routine maintenance
• Inspections and road tests
• Warranty and repair documentation
• Diagnosis, inspection, installation, disassembly, and cleaning of components such as brakes, suspension, tires, bearings, seals, radiators, water pumps, coolant hoses, alternators, regulators, steering components, oil/air filters, door assemblies, controls, seats, belts, electric motors, pneumatic valves, cables, and linkages
• Must have bus experience, specifically working on Cummins and Detroit engines
• Respond to road calls
• Basic welding/fabrication
• Class A Mechanics will train and supervise Mechanics and Cleaners
• 7+ years of diesel engine maintenance
• Proficient in the use of diagnostic devices such as DDEC readers, ATEC readers, SmarTire, schematics, and AIC (Freon) recovery and charging equipment
• Proven ability to use hand tools, power tools, hydraulic jacks, welding equipment, and testing instruments
• Must have own tools
• Valid driver's license
• Basic computer skills
• CDL License with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement is a plus but not required; willingness to obtain a CDL License is also desirable

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life insurance
• Supplemental coverages
• 401K plan
• Paid time off and holiday pay

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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