Diesel Mechanic

North-America-Central-School-Bus; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (based on experience)

Sign-on Bonus

$000 boot, tool and eyeglass allowance

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Career growth opportunities

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Job summary

North America Central School Bus is hiring a Diesel Technician to maintain and repair school buses and fleet vehicles. The role offers competitive pay and a sign-on bonus, plus tool/boot allowances and a 401(k) plan.

The technician will perform diagnostics, maintenance, and minor bodywork, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring DOT safety standards are met. Based in Milwaukee, this on-site position emphasizes safety, efficiency, and cutting-edge EV maintenance practices within a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience in diesel engine repair and vehicle maintenance.
• Familiarity with FMCSA and DOT safety standards.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Leadership skills and willingness to train others.
• Technical certification or ASE preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and overhaul school buses and fleet vehicles per FMCSA guidelines.
• Champion the adoption of cutting-edge EV maintenance practices and technology.
• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance.
• Tune engines, align wheels, and maintain electrical systems to meet DOT standards.
• Replace worn parts, change filters, and perform oiling/greasing.
• Test drive vehicles post-repair to ensure safety and performance.
• Conduct minor bodywork and repainting as needed.
• Track parts usage, manage inventory, and order supplies.
• Report safety concerns and corrective actions.
• Mentor junior technicians and assist where needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Vehicle maintenance

FMCSA/DOT safety standards

Independent work

Leadership

Training others

ASE certification

Job description

Join a team that keeps our community moving! We’re hiring a Diesel Technician to maintain and repair school buses and company vehicles. If you're experienced, safety-focused, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Competitive pay (based on experience) – Up to $41.00 per hour*
• $2,000 Sign-on Bonus*
• $Up to $1,000 boot, tool and eyeglass allowance (See location for details)
• 401(k) with company match*
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off & holidays
• Career growth opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented environment

*Reward yourself: NACSB Certification Incentives (Up to $5.00 per hour bonus - see location for details)

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain, repair, and overhaul school buses and fleet vehicles per FMCSA guidelines.
• Champion the adoption of cutting-edge EV maintenance practices and technology.
• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance.
• Tune engines, align wheels, and maintain electrical systems to meet DOT standards.
• Replace worn parts, change filters, and perform oiling/greasing.
• Test drive vehicles post-repair to ensure safety and performance.
• Conduct minor bodywork and repainting as needed.
• Track parts usage, manage inventory, and order supplies.
• Report safety concerns and corrective actions.
• Mentor junior technicians and assist where needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring:

• Experience in diesel engine repair and vehicle maintenance.
• Familiarity with FMCSA and DOT safety standards.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Leadership skills and willingness to train others.
• Technical certification or ASE preferred

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.