Diesel Technician – Fleet Diagnostics & Maintenance

Zūm Services, Inc.; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Zūm Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Technician I to support our maintenance operations for a growing fleet in Johnston, Rhode Island.

You will diagnose vehicle systems, perform repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to keep buses and heavy vehicles safe and compliant with DOT standards. The role emphasizes thorough diagnostics, proper tool use, and first-time fixes, with shifts that may require flexibility.

Qualifications

• 5 years of fleet experience in Diesel, Heavy/Med duty fleets.
• Minimum of five years Auto/Truck or Bus mechanical repair experience.
• Experience with compliance with the local applicable DOT compliance of Med/Heavy Trucks.
• Computer proficiency for fleet management systems and documentation.
• Possess the recommended minimum hand tools for a Medium and Heavy Duty and Diesel Technician.
• Strong experience with computerized diagnostics.
• Ability to use good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Background in planning and scheduling maintenance repairs (Daily, Weekly, Monthly).
• Willingness to work flexible schedules.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions and perform vehicle repairs including steering, electrical, cooling, lubricating, braking systems, drivetrains, suspensions, steering systems, clutches, transmissions, and oil, temperature, gas regulating components
• Adjust, test, and rebuild engines and related assigned duties within qualification level, in accordance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial and local guidelines and requirements
• Perform test drives during Preventative Maintenance inspections to identify driver reported issues and conduct test drives after service to confirm repairs have been completed successfully
• Install, program, replace and verify telematic devices
• Perform the work needed to implement preventive maintenance for the vehicles served by this maintenance facility
• Perform the work needed to complete unscheduled repairs to the vehicles served by this maintenance facility
• Perform road calls and on-the-road repairs as assigned
• Record time spent, parts used and repairs and/or maintenance conducted on the work tablet and/or authorized form
• Maintain a safe, clean, productive, and efficient work area including ensuring the work area is in compliance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial, local guidelines and requirements, and company Housekeeping standards and safety regulations
• Perform work within scope of duties and in accordance with DOT compliance requirements
• Work assigned shift and overtime as needed

Skills

Fleet experience

Diesel engines

Heavy/Med duty

Auto/Truck or Bus repair

DOT compliance

Tools

Fleet management systems

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Zūm Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Technician I to support our maintenance operations for a growing fleet in Johnston, Rhode Island.

You will diagnose vehicle systems, perform repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to keep buses and heavy vehicles safe and compliant with DOT standards. The role emphasizes thorough diagnostics, proper tool use, and first-time fixes, with shifts that may require flexibility.