Fleet Diesel Technician II – School Bus Maintenance

Durham School Services; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Holiday pay

PTO accrual

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Summit School Services is seeking a Fleet Tech II to support a school bus fleet. The role involves diagnosing and repairing medium/heavy vehicles, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety inspections and sign-offs are completed before vehicles return to service.

You will work with the Lead Technician to identify needs, log work hours, and respond to road calls. A CDL is preferred; ASE training and ongoing OEM equipment training are offered by the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of light/medium/heavy-duty mechanic repair experience.
• Experience with diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical, electrical and A/C issues.
• Diesel equipment experience; gasoline systems familiarity a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automotive and diesel systems per skill level.
• Perform engine adjustments, rebuilds, and test drives to verify repairs.
• Complete required safety inspections and sign-offs before releasing vehicles.
• Log labor hours and parts used in the maintenance system.
• Respond to road calls and perform mobile repairs as needed.

Skills

Diesel engines

Electrical diagnostics

A/C systems

English communication

CDL preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OEM diagnostic tools

HVAC testing equipment

Job description

Summit School Services is seeking a Fleet Tech II to support a school bus fleet. The role involves diagnosing and repairing medium/heavy vehicles, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety inspections and sign-offs are completed before vehicles return to service.

You will work with the Lead Technician to identify needs, log work hours, and respond to road calls. A CDL is preferred; ASE training and ongoing OEM equipment training are offered by the company.