Diesel Mechanic

Transdev North America; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation: 2 weeks

Sick days: 5 days

Holidays: 12 days (8 standard + 4)

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental and vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary long-term disability

Company paid ASE testing

$0.10 per hour per ASE certification

Job summary

Transdev North America, Inc. in Thornton, CO is hiring a Second Shift Diesel Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines across buses and support equipment. You’ll help keep vehicles safe and ready for service. Shift: Monday–Thursday, 1:00pm–11:30pm.

Apply by 11/30/2026. Benefits include competitive pay, ASE certification bonuses, and a robust package. We require a valid driver’s license, 3+ years’ diesel maintenance experience, and a tool set; ASE certifications are preferred and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of automotive or diesel maintenance & repair experience.
• Possess a mechanic’s tool set.
• Valid driver’s license.
• ASE certifications preferred; willingness to participate in company ASE certification program (training and bonuses provided).
• Subject to DOT drug testing per 49 CFR Part 40.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
• Diagnose and repair brakes, suspensions, engines, drivetrains, transmissions, and other systems.
• Ensure work orders are completed accurately.
• Assist with road calls and emergency services as necessary.

Skills

Driver's license

Diesel maintenance experience

Mechanic’s tool set

ASE certifications preferred

Tools

Mechanic's tool set

Job description

Transdev is now hiring a Second Shift Diesel Mechanic for our shop serving City of Thornton!

Transdev in Thornton, CO is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to bolster our team. This role demands expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines across various vehicles and equipment. As a Diesel Mechanic, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our vehicles.

The shift schedule is Monday - Thursday, 1:00pm - 11:30pm.

Application Deadline: 11/30/2026

Transdev Is Proud To Offer

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $30.00 – Maximum $50.00
• An additional $.10 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain

Benefits Include

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
• Company paid ASE testing, and training materials

Key Responsibilities

As a Diesel Mechanic with Transdev, you will help maintain and repair to ensure vehicle readiness & safety. Other major job duties include:

• Perform preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair including brakes, suspensions, engines, drivetrains, transmissions, and other repairs.
• Ensure work orders are completed accurately.
• Obtain four (4) ASE Certifications within one (1) year of employment.
• Assist with road calls and emergency services as necessary.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• At least 3 years of automotive or diesel maintenance & repair employment experience or a combination of technical school education & experience.
• Possess a mechanic’s tool set
• ASE certifications preferred. Must be willing to participate in company ASE certification program (company training, testing, and bonuses provided!)
• Subject to DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Physical Requirements

• The essential functions of this position require the ability to:
• Intermittent sitting, standing, stooping, crouching, walking, lifting of light and heavy objects, climbing ladders/stairs/ramps or scaffolding, and using tools and equipment that require a high degree of manual dexterity.
• Required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel, talk, hear, to reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell. Must be able to lay on back on a mechanic’s dolly to work underneath motor vehicle equipment.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to fifty pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than one hundred pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]

Drug-free Workplace

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.