Fleet Mechanic: Diesel Bus & Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Visconti Bus Service; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateway PA in Trafford is seeking a Journeyman Mechanic to service company buses, vans, and autos. The role requires significant technical training and experience, under supervision of the Shop Supervisor and Operations Manager.

The candidate will perform PM inspections, complex repairs, and road tests, with duties including safety compliance and proper documentation of repairs. Multiple shifts and emergency roadside work may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus specialized vehicle and equipment repair training or experience.
• 5–7 years hands-on experience with diesel engines on large vehicles such as buses.
• Class 7 Inspection license.
• CDL and DOT physical, or ability to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough PM inspections and maintenance on buses, vans, and automobiles.
• Conduct engine, electrical, fuel, brake, and exhaust repairs using drawings and specifications.
• Operate CDL/Non-CDL vehicles to road test and shuttle vehicles.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment with proper safety protocols.
• Record repairs in work orders and manage parts inventory.

Skills

Maintenance

Diesel engines

Safety rules

DOT regulations

CDL/Non-CDL operation

Experience reading drawings

Tool usage

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Vehicle repair courses

Tools

Bench grinder

Torch

Drill press

Jack stands

Power washer

Brake tools

OBD/ diagnostic tools

Job description

Student Transportation of America, Inc (STA) is a leading multi-national bus transportation company dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transit services. We manage a large fleet of vehicles, requiring strong financial controls and asset management processes. Our main business is home to school transportation, with operations throughout the continental US as well as Canada.

Job Title: Lead Mechanic

Reports To: Shop Manager

Location: Trafford, PA (Gateway, PA)

Job Type: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

Pay Range: Based on experience.

Incentives and Benefits: Sign-on bonus $3,000, boot allowance, competitive benefits package, comprehensive training program!

Job Summary:

A Maintenance Repair Technician diagnoses and repairs buses specifically concentrating on major complicated/complex problems and inspections. Class – A Maintenance Repair Technician must be proficient and able to perform all aspects of the B and C mechanic positions. STA encourages all Class – A Maintenance Repair Technicians to seek and maintain Master ASE certification, All work performed must be of the highest quality ensuring vehicles are reliable and safe. Work in such a manner that promotes a safe and productive work environment.

Essential Job Duties and Functions:

• Diagnoses and repairs buses specifically concentrating on major complicated/complex problems including engine, transmission, electrical and mechanical defects
• Performs upgrades and/or modifications on bus systems and equipment
• Cleans, repairs, and replaces bus equipment as required
• Research bus systems and special manufacturing characteristics for all buses
• Performs both in-house and road call bus repairs using various hand, power, pneumatic, machine (precision) and machinery tools
• Tests buses for proper working order
• Completely document all work performed in RTA Software
• Utilize CMMS when diagnosing trends in parts usage and labor cost relating to vehicle performance to ensure repairs are completed properly.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Repairing vehicles require physical dexterity and exertion and heavy lifting.

Support and assist Technicians:

• Answers questions and assist by offering professional information.
• When B or C class technicians are assigned to work with A class technicians the A class technicians are to provide support pertaining to diagnosing and operational theory for specific job and/or task when appropriate

Performs upgrades and/or modifications on bus systems and equipment:

• Work with OEM’s on upgrades and campaigns on vehicles
• Installs, equips and or modifies buses as requested
• Tracks and reports information concerning performance as required
• Adjusts upgrade and/or modification on bus system as required

Performs preventative maintenance on buses as needed:

• Perform inspections on all types of buses and repairs systems/parts when needed.
• Uses preventive maintenance check list to verify performance
• Repairs and inspections involve the engine, battery, lights, gauges and controls, sensitive edges, safety equipment, all interior components, transmissions, tires, breaks, undercarriage, power steering, fluids and filters and all other electrical and mechanical bus components

Requirements:

• 5+ years of maintenance experience; manager experience working in school transportation industry, transportation or related field
• 3+ years’ experience as a mechanic, technician in transportation, school bus fleet, automotive or heavy equipment environment
• Air Brake and diagnostic experience
• Willingness to obtain a CDL and State Inspection license
• ASE certification is a plus!
• Valid CDL license is a plus!
• Tools to perform maintenance work is a plus!

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; Returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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