Fleet Maintenance Technician: Growth Path & Sign-On Bonus

TransWest; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insur.

401k with company match

Holiday pay

Uniforms and boots with cleaning

Paid Time Off

Annual loyalty bonus

Paid CDL training available

Job summary

TransWest is hiring a Fleet Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain motorcoaches, cutaway shuttles, and electric fleet vehicles. You will inspect, troubleshoot, and service equipment across light-duty and heavy-duty lines while ensuring safety and reliability.

The role offers clear career paths within the technician ladder, strong benefits, and opportunities for ongoing training in diagnostics and OEM tools. Join a company committed to moving thousands of passengers daily.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience maintaining and repairing vehicles or completed automotive/diesel program.
• Placement within Technician path based on experience (A/B/C).
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (covered by company).
• Ability to pass pre-employment DOT drug screen.
• English language communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on motorcoaches, cutaway shuttles, light-duty vehicles, electric vehicles, and other fleet equipment.
• Diagnose, repair, and replace engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, electrical, fuel, and drivetrain components.
• Review driver defect reports, preventive maintenance schedules, and repair priorities to proactively address fleet concerns.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, labor hours, repair documentation, parts inventory, and fleet maintenance files.
• Utilize OEM diagnostic software, specialized tools, and repair manuals to troubleshoot vehicle systems and determine effective repair solutions.
• Perform road tests, quality inspections, and field service calls as needed to verify repairs.
• Support the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of onboard vehicle technology, including telematics, Wi‑Fi equipment, tablets, cameras, and other fleet systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following TransWest safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Fleet leadership, fellow technicians and Operations to ensure fleet reliability, safety, and operational excellence.

Skills

English communication

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Fleet maintenance knowledge

Diagnosing and repairing vehicles

Ability to work flexible hours

Safety-conscious

Education

Associate's degree in automotive technology or Heavy Duty Diesel

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cummins INSITE

Cummins QuickServe

ALLDATA

WABCO

Allison DOC

Bendix ACom

Ford IDS

Job description

TransWest is hiring a Fleet Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain motorcoaches, cutaway shuttles, and electric fleet vehicles. You will inspect, troubleshoot, and service equipment across light-duty and heavy-duty lines while ensuring safety and reliability.

The role offers clear career paths within the technician ladder, strong benefits, and opportunities for ongoing training in diagnostics and OEM tools. Join a company committed to moving thousands of passengers daily.