Diesel Mechanic

PLATTSMOUTH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS; Lexington (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington Public Schools is seeking a full-time diesel mechanic to support its transportation fleet. The role requires experience with heavy-duty diesel engines, air brakes, and DOT inspections, with basic computer skills.

Applicants must be able to work at varying heights, in weather extremes, lift up to 75 pounds, and operate different power equipment. Preferred is a two-year diesel mechanics degree; candidates must obtain a CDL with a bus permit within six months of employment and pass a

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in heavy-duty diesel engines.
• Experience with air brakes and DOT inspections.
• Two-year degree in diesel mechanics preferred.
• Must obtain CDL with bus permit within six months of employment.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Background check and pre-employment drug test.
• References required.

Skills

Heavy-duty diesel engines

Air brakes

DOT inspections

Basic computer skills

Education

Two-year degree in diesel mechanics

Job description

Lexington Public Schools has an opening for a full-time diesel mechanic position. Applicants must have knowledge and experience in heavy-duty diesel engines, air brakes, DOT inspections. A two-year degree in diesel mechanics is preferred. Applicants for this job must be able to work in varying heights, in weather extremes throughout the year, lift up to 75 pounds unassisted, and have the ability to run different types of power equipment. Applicants will be required to obtain a CDL with a bus permit within the first 6 months of employment. Basic computer skills are required. All employees must pass a background check and a pre-employment drug test. References required. EOE