Paint Body Tech

Durham School Services; Brownstown Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Holiday pay

Paid time off

Job summary

Summit School Services is seeking a qualified Mechanic to perform repairs on school buses and related vehicles under supervision. The role involves preventive maintenance, braking, driveline, electrical work, and on-road repairs as part of a safety-focused team.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, two years of hands-on repair experience, and Tech II screening. We offer comprehensive benefits and a commitment to safe, compliant workmanship across our network.

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on automotive repair experience and basic diagnostic skills.
• Two years of automotive or truck repair experience or vocational training.
• Must be able to obtain necessary state licenses and operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Work under direct supervision to perform repairs on school buses, motor coaches and vehicles.
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and repairs; brake, driveline and electrical work as needed.
• Test-drive and verify repairs; keep maintenance logs and reports up to date.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local regulations and company policies.

Skills

Automotive repair

Vehicle maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tech II screening

Job description

Summit School Services companies share a strong commitment to provide the highest level of transportation safety, quality transportation, outstanding customer service and positive employee relations. Our corporate headquarters, located in Warrenville, Illinois, houses the administrative and corporate support functions for the organization. Our 250+ local customer service centers (CSCs) are supported by regional operations teams located throughout North America.

This Mechanic position is responsible for repairs to all aspects of vehicles and/or school buses under direct supervision of immediate supervisor or Tech I. Repairs will include but not be limited to: preventative maintenance inspections and repairs, air and hydraulic brake repairs, warranty procedures, driveline, steering & suspension, electrical trouble-shooting and AC. Complies with Safety and compliance procedures and continues to learn new technology in advanced diagnostics, internal engine and transmission repairs. To receive training and hands-on experience to learn to perform the tasks of the trade safely and efficiently.

Responsiblities

• Works under the direct supervision of immediate supervisor or Tech I to receive hands-on training.
• Automotive repairing for school buses, motor coaches and automotive repairing, and painting.
• Performs assigned vehicle and facility maintenance related duties as assigned in a safe and timely manner
• Arranges for and obtains appropriate inspections and approval of all repairs before vehicle is released from maintenance facility.
• Perform road calls and on the road repairs as assigned.
• Test-drives vehicles to ensure problem resolution.
• Ensures proper work methods and techniques and ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State/Provincial and local regulations, requirements, standards and specifications and company policies.
• Ensures the maintenance of a clean, safe, effective and efficient work environment including Identifying and making recommendations to resolve unsafe maintenance conditions or practices.
• Maintains work, time and material and equipment maintenance logs and records for self.
• Prepares, completes and submits paperwork on time and correctly on vehicle maintenance
• Exhibits the highest ethical best practices and personal integrity; Shares concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior with their supervisor or manager
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Must successfully pass Tech II screening.
• High School Diploma (GED equivalent) or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Two years’ experience in automotive or truck technical repair hands-on and/or two years of vocational training.
• Must be 18 years of age
• Valid appropriate licenses and/or certification required to operate company vehicles in assigned location must be obtained within 90 days
• Possession of tools required for the position as outlined in the Tool Requirements Policy (except for the state of California).

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.

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.