Mechanic II

Nimble; Merrillville (IN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Nimble in Merrillville, IN is hiring a Transportation Mechanic to support the lead mechanic with school bus maintenance and repairs. You will inspect, diagnose, and repair braking, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems on fleet vehicles used to transport students.

Requirements include a high school diploma, a clean driving record, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Employment includes pre-employment drug screening and Indiana license eligibility; familiarity with school bus standards is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required and clean driving record.
• Experience in electronic diesel engine maintenance with major engines.
• CDL-class A eligibility preferred and valid Indiana license.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic shop tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead mechanic to complete scheduled bus maintenance.
• Record parts usage and maintain inventory logs.
• Perform inspections per Indiana guidelines for student transport vehicles.
• Repair brakes, transmissions, electrical, cooling, and carburetion systems.
• Document work orders and support GPS/tracking equipment
• Maintain positive relations with drivers and staff.

Skills

Diesel engine maintenance

Electronics/system diagnostics

Vehicle inspections

Safe work practices

Team collaboration

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Vehicle lifts

Welding

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current online application on file with the Corporation,
• Must have a clean driving record and be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs. and work in enclosed work areas,
• High school diploma
• Background in electronic diesel engine maintenance with the international line of diesel engines including the Caterpillar, International, Cummings and automotive engines.
• Able to bring work-related tools to the job site,
• Must possess a valid Indiana driver’s license and be eligible for a class A PS CDL license,
• Able to operate all vehicles and equipment currently in use in the transportation department, ie.:Vehicle lifts, welding, tire repair, tow truck, etc,
• Computer literate to include the use of Microsoft office products,
• Proven experience in maintaining school buses, both chassis and body preferred,
• Knowledge of school bus standards and school bus inspection requirements,
• Must have a demonstrated positive work attitude and verifiable interactions with other employees,
• Models and practices safe work habits.

RESPONSIBILITIES - to work with the lead mechanic to complete the following:

• Records usage of replacement parts helps to maintain parts log and supply inventory,
• Performs inspections per Indiana State Police guidelines for vehicles licensed to transport students,
• Assists mechanics and maintains a harmonious relationship with drivers and other corporation employees,
• Performs system repairs on brakes, transmissions, electric systems, cooling systems, and carburetion systems on all vehicles normally maintained by the transportation department,
• Records and files bus maintenance work orders in a timely manner,
• Installs and helps to maintain transportation video and GPS tracking equipment,
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation.