Diesel Mechanic Foreman

Academy Bus; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 72,800 - 81,120; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Academy Bus is seeking a full-time Diesel Mechanic Foreman for our Perth Amboy, NJ location on 2nd shift. The role offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus and hourly pay between $35.00 and $39.00, based on experience. Every Friday is pay day.

Responsibilities include training and supervising mechanics, diagnosing and repairing diesel engine and transmission systems, and performing routine maintenance and inspections. CDL is a plus but not required; willingness to obtain is desirable.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of diesel engine maintenance.
• Must have supervisory experience.
• Minimum personal tool value $5000.
• Proficient with diagnostic devices and electrical systems.
• Valid driver's license and basic computer skills.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• CDL with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement is a plus, willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise mechanics and maintenance staff.
• Repair, troubleshoot, and diagnose diesel engines and transmissions.
• Perform reconditioning, preventative, and routine maintenance.
• Conduct inspections and road tests.
• Handle warranty and repair documentation.
• Diagnose and service components like engines, electronics, brakes, cooling, and more.
• Respond to road calls and perform welding/fabrication.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Basic computer skills

Tools

DDEC readers

ATEC readers

SmarTire

Schematics

Freon recovery equipment

Charging equipment

Hand tools & power tools

Job description

Academy Busis is seeking a full-time Diesel Mechanic Foreman for our new Perth Amboy, NJ location. $2500 Sign On Bonus. Every Friday is Pay Day! Pay rate is $35.00-$39.00 per hour, based on experience. 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise mechanics and maintenance staff
• Repair, troubleshoot, and diagnose modern motor coach bus engines and transmissions
• Reconditioning, preventative, and routine maintenance
• Inspections and road tests
• Warranty and repair documentation
• Diagnose, inspect, install, disassemble and clean components such as diesel engines, electronic systems/motors/controls, drive line components, tires, bearings, brake systems, seals, radiators, water pumps, coolant hoses, alternators, regulators, steering components, oil/air filters, door assemblies, controls, belts, pneumatic valves, cables, linkages, heating, air conditioning, generators, voltage regulators, suspensions, seating, steering, and glass.
• Respond to road calls
• General welding/fabrication

Requirements

• 7+ years of diesel engine maintenance
• Must have supervisory experience
• Minimum personal tool value $5000
• Proven ability to use hand tools, power tools, hydraulic jacks, pullers, VOA instruments, reamers, vacuum and compression pumps, welding equipment, and testing instruments
• Proficient in the use of diagnostic devices such as DDEC readers, ATEC readers, SmarTire, schematics, AIC (Freon) recovery, and charging equipment
• Valid driver's licence
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen
• CDL licence with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement is a plus but not required; willingness to obtain a CDL is desirable

Health Insurance and Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life insurance
• Supplemental coverages
• 401K plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Academy is EEO.