Mechanic Big Spring

Krise Transportation; Newville (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits w/ Company cost share

Life Insurance ($15,000)

Dental and Vision plans (voluntary)

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Krise Transportation in Newville, PA is seeking a Mechanic to service school buses and vans, ensuring safety and reliability of the fleet. You will be part of a team that values safety and a supportive, family-like environment.

The position offers a base pay up to $29.00 per hour, with benefits including medical, life insurance, dental and vision coverage, and paid time off. Must have tools and the required CDL/PA inspections licenses.

Qualifications

• Must have your own basic hand tools (Company provides major equipment such as diagnostic scan tools).
• Must have or be willing to get CDL with Passenger, School Bus and Air Brake Endorsements.
• Must have and maintain driving history and background checks as required by law.
• Participate in pre-employment and ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on school buses and vans to ensure safety and reliability.
• Collaborate with team to keep vehicles in top operating condition.
• Adhere to safety protocols and company policies during all maintenance activities.

Skills

Diagnostic scan tools

Basic hand tools

Team orientation

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger, School Bus and Air Brake Endorsements

Class 7 PA Inspection License

Tools

Diagnostic scan tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 3034 Big Spring - Newville, PA 17241

Position Type: Full Time

Mechanic

Behind every school bus or van driver, there is a talented mechanic who is making a difference by ensuring their vehicles are in safe operating condition and perform well while transporting our kids! Working as a Mechanic with Krise Transportation, you will be recognized as a critical member of the team that forms the essential link between students and schools. The Krise Difference is our team and family atmosphere. We measure our success by our purpose, partnerships, and relationships with our drivers, mechanics, kids, parents, and school districts.

We are hiring dedicated maintenance staff who understand that the safety of our kids is of the utmost importance and who are HEROES - HERE, EVERDAY, READY, ON-TIME EXCEPTIONAL, AND SAFE.

Have an Impact & Love Where You Work

• You start your day by putting a smile on our drivers faces and sending them off to greet our kids!
• You have the resources you need to keep our vehicles in tip-top shape!
• You will work with a team who respects you and the everyday hero you are!
• You will have great, supportive co-workers in a team/family environment!

What is In It For Me?

• Schedule aligned with students flexible with nights, weekends & holidays off
• Standard schedule of 10 hours a day during school and 8 hours per day in summer
• Competitive base pay up to $29.00 per hour
• Opportunity for additional hours/pay when driving a school route or trip
• Paid vacation and time off
• Medical Benefits w/ Company cost share (Day 1 eligible)
• Company paid Life Insurance ($15,000) & Employee Assistance Plan (Day 1 eligible)
• Dental and Vision plans available on a voluntary basis (Day 1 eligible)

How Do I Start? What is Required?

• Must have your own basic hand tools (Company provides major equipment such as diagnostic scan tools)
• You must have or be willing to get a Class 7 PA Inspection License
• You must have (or we will provide you free training to get):
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Passenger, School Bus and Air Brake Endorsements.
• Must have and maintain the following to be able to drive a school van or bus:
• A satisfactory driving history based on review of state motor vehicle records
• A satisfactory criminal history and child abuse history checks as required by law and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
• Passing an initial and routine annual school bus driver physical w/ tuberculosis testing as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
• Participate in and pass pre-employment and on-going random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment.

Maintenance mechanics play an essential role in the lives of our drivers and the children they serve. Our Mechanics go above and beyond to ensure that vehicles are maintained in top shape and are always in safe operating condition. Mechanics are part of the team of unsung heroes in our communities, and if you are a Mechanic with Krise Transportation we will recognize you for that every day!

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