Maintenance Technician II

Durham School Services; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit School Services is seeking a Fleet Tech II to diagnose and repair a school bus fleet, ensuring students are transported safely every day. You’ll work on diesel and gasoline systems, perform preventive maintenance, and coordinate with the Lead Technician to complete maintenance on time.

The role requires at least three years of medium/heavy-duty mechanic experience, proficiency with diagnostic equipment, and a valid CDL preferred. ASE certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of light/medium/heavy-duty mechanic repair experience.
• Proficient with diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and A/C issues.
• Knowledge of major vehicle systems; diesel experience required; gasoline familiarity a plus.
• Prior fleet or dealership experience; familiar with diesel and gasoline systems.
• Own the minimum hand tools for a Diesel/Gas Technician.
• English literacy; ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automotive and diesel systems - brakes, steering, suspension, drivetrains, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems.
• Perform engine adjustments, rebuilds, and test drives to verify repairs.
• Complete safety inspections and sign-offs before releasing vehicles.
• Maintain a safe, organized, compliant workspace per Federal, State, and local standards.
• Identify and report additional service needs or complex issues requiring advanced support.
• Log labor hours, parts used, and completed work in the maintenance system.
• Notify leadership of unsafe conditions or vehicle abuse immediately.
• Respond to road calls and perform mobile repairs when needed.
• Model professionalism, teamwork, and integrity in every task.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diagnostic equipment proficiency

Mechanical troubleshooting

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL preferred

Tools

Diesel/Gas Technician tools

Job description

Summit School Services has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. Summit School Services is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.

As a Fleet Tech II supporting a school bus fleet, you’ll diagnose and repair medium/heavy vehicles that move students safely every day. You’ll work across yellow-bus systems - preventive maintenance, air and hydraulic braking, steering/suspension, electrical/charging, HVAC, drivetrains/transmissions, and DVIR/state inspection readiness - balancing quality repairs with uptime so routes leave on time. You’ll work with the Lead Technician or Maintenance Supervisor to identify and complete maintenance.

$37.50/hr

Duties & Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automotive and diesel systems - including brakes, steering, suspension, drivetrains, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems - according to skill level.
• Perform engine adjustments, rebuilds, and test drives to verify quality repairs.
• Complete required safety inspections and repair sign-offs before releasing vehicles.
• Keep a safe, organized, and compliant workspace following all Federal, State, and local standards.
• Identify and report additional service needs or complex issues requiring advanced support.
• Accurately log labor hours, parts used, and completed work in the maintenance system.
• Notify leadership of unsafe conditions, equipment misuse, or vehicle abuse immediately.
• Respond to road calls and perform mobile repairs when needed.
• Model professionalism, teamwork, and integrity in every task.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum three (3) years of light/medium/heavy-duty mechanic repair experience.
• Experience must be verifiable via prior employer or acceptable documentation (e.g., pay stubs, W-2, etc.).
• Proficient with diagnostic equipment to identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and A/C issues.
• Technical knowledge of major vehicle systems; diesel equipment experience required (gasoline systems familiarity a plus).
• Prior fleet or dealership experience; familiar with both diesel and gasoline systems.
• Possess the recommended minimum hand tools for a Diesel/Gas Technician.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• High school graduate or equivalent education and/or training and experience.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Valid applicable state license (CDL preferred). Company has a free training program for Technicians, and you will be expected to obtain a valid CDL.
• ASE Certification desirable but not required.

Why work with Summit

• Purpose with impact: Your expertise keeps students and communities moving - safely and reliably every school day.
• Professional development: Build your career with ongoing training and internal advancement opportunities.
• Training & tools: Access to industry leading complimentary fleet/OEM training, modern diagnostic equipment, and school-bus system training
• CDL & ASE support: CDL preferred - company training available for mechanics; Industry Leading ASE Training & Incentive program.
• Modern fleet focus: Predictable preventive maintenance (PM) cycles, and a safety-first culture tailored to pupil transportation. Robust telematics platform.

We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Additionally, employees are able to enroll in a retirement savings plan.

At Summit School Services our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Summit School Services LLC’s independent subsidiaries and affiliates are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer

The pay rate range, along with most all of the other terms and conditions of employment, vary between different sites, geographical markets, customer/ contractual terms and positions.