Mechanic Technician (Bus, Vehicle, Electric EV)

Socket.dev; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Paid vacation after 1 year

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Socket.dev is hiring Diesel Mechanics in Charlotte, NC to service diesel buses, perform preventive maintenance, and diagnose complex vehicle issues. You will ensure safety, reliability, and high-quality service through precise repairs and tests.

The role requires a Class A/B CDL with Passenger Endorsement or the ability to obtain one within 90 days, with full benefits and a start rate of $34.22–$39.92 per hour. Competitive shift premiums and retirement plans accompany the position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years’ experience on vehicle maintenance, heavy truck or bus preferable.
• Must have own tools, including a Multi Meter and standard hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on diesel buses including PM, brakes, electrical components.
• Repair or replace defective parts and adjust systems as needed.
• Diagnose and repair engine, transmission and steering/suspension components.
• Operate electrical testing with multi meter and tools provided.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Brake systems

Electrical diagnosis

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Multi Meter

Wrenches

Sockets & Ratchets

Screwdrivers

Job description

Description

Every repair adds pride to craft!!

ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCED TECHNICIANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Pay: Starting rate is $34.22 up to $39.92

BENEFITS:

• Paid holidays,
• Paid sick days,
• Paid personal days,
• Paid Vacation after completion of one year
• Healthcare (Medical, vision, life insurance, dental) - § Eligibility after waiting period
• Flexible Spending Account, Healthcare Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account
• Defined Benefit (Pension) - § Mandatory employee contribution
• Deferred Compensation (457) - § Company matches up to 4% after 1 year
• ASE Certification Premium (0.50 per ASE; maximum of 10)
• Shift Premium 2.5%
• CDL Premium 2.5%
• ($300) dollar safety Bonus
• Specialist Premium ($0.25 per hour)
• Attendance Incentive (up to $800 per year)
• ($200) Shoe Allowance per year
• Tool allowance ($2,400) per year)

As a safety-sensitive hourly employee, you will be required to have a Class A or B CDL with a Passenger Endorsement. If you do not have the CDL, you must obtain a CDL Permit with a Passenger Endorsement within 90 days of hire. Transit Management of Charlotte (TMOC) will assist with the completion of the remaining training to meet the requirements for the CDL. Additionally, TMOC requires all new hires in a safety sensitive role to receive a Department of Transportation (DOT) certification of at least 12 months (1 year

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Diesel Mechanics repair all functional parts of diesel buses, including but not limited to Preventive Maintenance, AC/Heating, Engine and Transmission overhauls, Brake Systems, and Electrical Components.

You will be the key to ensuring the success of accurate and delivering the highest quality service.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes maintenance on all vehicle types and safety equipment, including ordinary mechanical, hydraulic or structural maintenance, repairs and adjustments.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts or makes changes as instructed.
• Repairs engines and replaces all external components to include replacing external electronic engine and transmission controls and sensors on Diesel and Gasoline engines.
• Repairs transmissions and replaces all external components.
• Replace engine/transmission assemblies and accessories on Diesel and Gasoline engines.
• Diagnose / Repair / or Replace air system components.
• Brake system diagnoses, repair or replace.
• Repairs and replaces all steering and suspension components.
• Must be able to perform basic electrical repair and diagnoses.
• Must be able to use a Multi Meter.
• Performs component replacements including scheduled inspections and repair of wheelchair lifts
• Performs other duties as assigned

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

This description does not imply that the afore mentioned essential functions are the only duties assigned to the position. Individual holding this position may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Maintenance, Superintendent and or other Maintenance Foremen and Managers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to work indoor outdoor weather extremes
• Must be flexible to work any shift to include nights, holidays or weekends as shifts hours of work may vary based on seniority rights.
• 3+ years’ experience on vehicle maintenance, (Truck – Bus – Automotive) Heavy Truck, Bus a plus or a Graduate of a Technical training school.
• Must have own tools, including, Multi Meter, wrenches up to 1 inch, Sockets & Ratchets Screw Drivers, company provides specialty tools.

Preferred Requirements.

• Fleet Maintenance on Transit Bus, Heavy Truck or Construction Equipment.