Diesel Bus Technician - Repair, Diagnostics & Maintenance

Vets Hired; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vets Hired seeks a Diesel/Mechanic to repair and maintain buses and fleet vehicles to ensure safe, reliable operation. Responsibilities include testing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines, transmissions, HVAC, electrical systems and brakes; inspecting components; performing preventive maintenance; and ensuring serviceability and regulatory compliance.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, a minimum of 3 years mechanical experience (diesel preferred), ASE is a plus, and a

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of mechanical experience, preferably with diesel engines.
• ASE certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, repair, installation, and maintenance on diesel engines, transmissions, HVAC, electrical systems, brake systems, suspension, steering, and electronic components.
• Remove, inspect, repair, and replace defective parts and vehicle components.
• Rebuild diesel engines and replace engines and transmissions as required.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using appropriate diagnostic tools.
• Perform repairs using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and measuring instruments.
• Adjust diesel engine components such as valves, timing, and injectors.
• Inspect and maintain brake systems, bearings, axles, wheel bearings, and air brake components.
• Perform preventive maintenance including oil changes, filter replacements, tire replacements, and light repairs.
• Determine equipment serviceability and ensure vehicles meet operational standards.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain compliance with workplace regulations.

Skills

Diesel engine experience

Electrical diagnostics

Maintenance and repair

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Vets Hired seeks a Diesel/Mechanic to repair and maintain buses and fleet vehicles to ensure safe, reliable operation. Responsibilities include testing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines, transmissions, HVAC, electrical systems and brakes; inspecting components; performing preventive maintenance; and ensuring serviceability and regulatory compliance.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, a minimum of 3 years mechanical experience (diesel preferred), ASE is a plus, and a