Diesel Technician – MBS

Beacon Mobility; Bonner Springs (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Monthly bonus program

Uniform provided with laundry service

Job summary

Midwest Bus Sales Inc in Bonner Springs, KS is seeking skilled Diesel Technicians of all levels to join our state-of-the-art facility just a short drive from the Kansas City metro area.

This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits, with opportunities for career advancement. You will perform diagnostics, inspections, and repairs on med/heavy duty trucks and buses, ensuring quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of diesel technician experience preferred.
• Ability to perform basic diagnostics and repairs on med/heavy duty trucks and buses.
• Experience with fleet maintenance software and diagnosing electrical, hydraulic, or brake issues.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic diagnostics and repairs, including inspections and oil changes.
• Repairs minor electrical, hydraulic, suspension, and brake systems as needed.
• Documents repairs and uses fleet maintenance software for parts and times.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Mechanical knowledge

Diagnostic equipment

Power tools

Fleet maintenance software

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Power tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

Midwest Bus Sales Inc

Midwest Bus Sales is looking for skilled Diesel Technicians of all levels to join our team. A short drive from the Kansas City metro area, come work with us in our newly built, state-of-the-art facility in Bonner Springs Kansas. Our core values say it all (We Care, We Do The Right Thing, We Collaborate, and We Have Fun!)

Why Work at Midwest Bus Sales?

• Competitive pay from $20-$35 per hour (based on experience)
• Monthly bonus program
• Full time position
• Career advancement opportunities
• Company paid training (Freightliner, Cummins, Allison, Detroit Diesel)
• State of the art air-conditioned shop and facilities
• Company sponsored lunches and events
• Uniform provided with laundry service

Schedule:Monday-Friday 7am-4pm

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401k with company match
• Flex spending account
• 9 Paid Holidays annually
• 3 Weeks (120 hours) PTO (Paid Time Off) in your first year accrued monthly.

Job Description:

A Service Technician performs basic diagnostics and repairs including vehicle inspections, and oil changes in a timely manner; ensuring quality, time standards, customer expectations, cost guidelines and reliability goals are met. This position requires basic mechanical skills on med/heavy duty trucks and buses with a minimal knowledge of methods, material, tools and techniques used in vehicle repair and maintenance. Skills in the use of power and hand tools, use of diagnostic equipment, and the operation of vehicles and equipment for diagnostic purposes. Highly detail oriented and organized in work. Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions. Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with a customer service focus with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, problem solving and results. Must have initiative and the ability to follow through with instruction and daily direction from manager to accomplish objectives.

Essential Functions

• Team player who is focused on overall Dealership success.
• Strong desire to gain knowledge, seek training to increase job skills.
• Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
• Performs inspection, and repair of minor electrical, hydraulic, suspension, and brake systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Advises Service Writer of estimated repair time and materials needed.
• Performs all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Conducts safety check inspections on vehicles.
• Identify warrantable repairs and document on repair order
• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate Standards, and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Ensure that all repairs are completed as assigned
• Updates job knowledge by participating in education opportunities, reading technical and regulation publications.

Competencies

• Basic computer skills as used for repair order completion.
• Exceptional time management with strong desire to meet deadlines.
• Must own tools required to complete assigned work.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kansas City, KS: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Since 1979, Midwest Bus Sales has provided award-winning sales and service to customers nationwide. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is dedicated to providing the very best sales, parts, and service experience in the industry. We have the experience, expertise, and resources to get you the right bus at the right price, and to keep it running smoothly and safely. We are the largest Thomas Built Bus Dealer in the US. Covering six states with five locations, we have the size, scope, and ability to provide the highest quality customer and employee experience.