School Bus Diesel Technician - Paid Training & Growth

DATTCO, INC; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Uniform and Boots

Employee Referral Bonuses

Career growth training

Paid training

ASE bonus opportunities

CDL training

Job summary

DATTCO, founded in 1924, is New England’s largest private passenger transportation company. We are seeking an Automotive/Diesel Mechanic for our Waterbury, CT School Bus Fleet Maintenance team.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose mechanical and diesel issues, and assist with mobile repairs to keep routes safe and on time. We offer paid training, strong benefits (medical/dental/life, 401(k) with match), and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team oriented with pride in quality work.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and service inspections on school buses and fleet vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, diesel, electrical, and drivability issues.
• Inspect, service, and repair brake systems, tires and wheels, steering, suspension, drivetrains, transmissions, cooling, fuel, exhaust, lighting, electrical systems, batteries, charging.
• Respond to road calls and assist with mobile repairs to keep routes on time.
• Complete repair orders, inspection docs, parts usage records, and paperwork accurately.
• Communicate repair needs and vehicle status to shop foreman or supervisor.
• Maintain hand tools and shop equipment safely and responsibly.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Technical school

Job description

DATTCO, founded in 1924, is New England’s largest private passenger transportation company. We are seeking an Automotive/Diesel Mechanic for our Waterbury, CT School Bus Fleet Maintenance team.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose mechanical and diesel issues, and assist with mobile repairs to keep routes safe and on time. We offer paid training, strong benefits (medical/dental/life, 401(k) with match), and opportunities for career growth.