Diesel Technician/Mechanic

Zūm; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in student transportation is seeking a Diesel Technician/Mechanic to join their team in Omaha, NE. This role involves diagnosing and repairing vehicle malfunctions while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines. Candidates should have substantial experience in fleet mechanics and strong diagnostic skills. This full-time position offers competitive salaries and opportunities for career growth in a sustainable transportation environment.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years medium/heavy truck Fleet mechanic repair experience.
• Technical knowledge of major vehicle systems and diesel equipment.
• Previous fleet experience with diesel and gasoline systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions and perform vehicle repairs.
• Test-drive vehicles to ensure repairs resolved the problem.
• Maintain safe, clean, productive work area.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Electrical skills

AC skills

Decision-Making skills

Education

Valid applicable state license (CDL preferred)

ASE Certification (desirable)

Tools

Hand tools for Diesel Technician

Job description

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Zūm has reimagined student transportation, the nation's largest mass transit system. Our integrated end-to-end cloud-based platform provides a modern service for school districts purpose-built around the needs of kids and the expectations of their families. Zūm provides one seamless, real-time interface for parents, drivers, schools, districts, administrators, and operators, to transport children safely and with increased visibility and personalized care. Our multi-sized vehicle approach includes an electric vehicle-first commitment, reduces student commute times by up to 20%, and coupled with our marketplace, delivers added fleet efficiency and optimization. We have been driving the industry forward since 2015, and with more than 8 million miles completed to date, we are leading a new era of safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions and perform vehicle repairs (e.g. adjust/test steering, electrical, cooling, lubricating, braking systems, drive trains, suspensions, power steering units, clutches, transmissions and oil, temperature, gas regulating components, adjust/test/rebuild engines, etc.) and related assigned duties within qualification level, following all relevant Federal, State/ and local guidelines and requirements
• Test-drive vehicles to ensure repair resolved the problem
• Arrange for and obtain appropriate inspections and approval of all major repairs before the vehicle is released from the maintenance facility
• Maintain a safe, clean, productive, and efficient work area including ensuring the work area complies with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial, and local guidelines and requirements
• Identify and report any additional maintenance and/or repairs found necessary in conducting assigned repairs and maintenance including repairs and maintenance required to be performed by Technicians with a higher qualification level
• Record time spent, parts used and repairs and/or maintenance conducted on the appropriate form
• Perform road calls and on the road repairs as assigned
• Advise Lead Technician of unsafe maintenance conditions or practices and/or vehicle abuse
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of two to four years medium/heavy truck Fleet mechanic repair experience
• Diagnostic, Electrical, and AC skills are a must
• Technical knowledge of major vehicle systems and diesel equipment is required
• Have previous fleet experience and are familiar with diesel and gasoline systems
• Possess the recommended minimum Hand tools for a Diesel Technician
• Ability to use good judgment and Decision-Making skills
• Valid applicable state license (CDL preferred)
• ASE Certification desirable but not required
  
  

Zum Services, Inc. and all its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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