Diesel Bus Technician I - 3rd Shift

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 Discounts & More

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Regional Transit Service (RTS) is hiring a Diesel/Automotive Technician I for the 3rd shift to maintain, diagnose, repair, and overhaul RTS buses and fleet vehicles, ensuring safe, reliable service. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs using shop tools and diagnostic software, with emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

Starting pay is $33.17 per hour, rising to $41.48 per hour within three years, with a Sunday–Thursday schedule (11:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.) and

Qualifications

• Two (2) years in an accredited diesel mechanics program or comparable technical coursework.
• Must provide own tools.
• Must obtain a New York CDL Class B permit with passenger and air brake endorsements prior to employment.
• Must obtain a CDL Class B license within 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain a CDL Class A permit with towing endorsement (may be obtained after hire).
• Must obtain a CDL Class A license within 90 days of receiving the permit.
• Must successfully complete a post-offer physical examination.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English for safety, communication, and use of technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and overhaul RTS buses and fleet vehicles.
• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance.
• Replace, adjust, and repair mechanical and electrical components.
• Complete required test drives following repairs.
• Operate diagnostic software and equipment, including Cummins InSite and Allison diagnostic systems.
• Perform welding, brazing, and cutting torch work as required.
• Operate tow trucks and respond to road calls when assigned.
• Report safety concerns, equipment defects, and maintenance issues to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Own tools

English reading/writing

Education

Two years in accredited diesel mechanics program or comparable coursework

CDL prerequisites: NY CDL Class B permit with passenger and air brake endorsements

CDL Class B license within 90 days

CDL Class A permit with towing endorsement

CDL Class A license within 90 days

Post-offer physical examination

Job description

Regional Transit Service (RTS) is hiring a Diesel/Automotive Technician I for the 3rd shift to maintain, diagnose, repair, and overhaul RTS buses and fleet vehicles, ensuring safe, reliable service. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs using shop tools and diagnostic software, with emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

Starting pay is $33.17 per hour, rising to $41.48 per hour within three years, with a Sunday–Thursday schedule (11:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.) and