School Bus Mechanic

DS Bus Lines; Richfield (MN); On-site; USD 71,635,200 - 106,020,096; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

PTO after one year

Job summary

Transit Team, part of Beacon Mobility, is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain school buses in Richfield, MN. The role offers a steady Monday–Friday schedule from 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM and a competitive pay range of $25–$37 per hour plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, and ensure DOT and safety standards are met while working with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience working on medium-duty diesel vehicles or buses.
• Ability to work independently and stay organized.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality work.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on school buses.
• Complete preventive maintenance inspections to keep fleet safe and road-ready.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and diesel systems.
• Ensure all repairs meet DOT and safety standards.
• Work independently while staying connected with the team.

Skills

Diesel diagnostics

Maintenance

Electrical systems

Safety compliance

Tools

DOT standards

ASE Certification

Job description

## School Bus MechanicApplylocations: Richfieldtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: REQ-2026-4216Transit Team, Inc. Join an Employer of Choice**Voted Best Company to Work For by U.S. News & World Report (2025–2026)****Location:** Richfield, MN **Schedule:** Monday-Friday 12:00PM - 8:30PM**Pay:** $25–$37/hour + **$5,000 Sign-On Bonus**At **Transit Team**, part of Beacon Mobility, we’re proud to keep our communities moving safely every day. We’re looking for a skilled **Diesel Mechanic** who takes pride in their work and wants to be part of a reliable, supportive team.If you’re ready for **steady hours, great pay, and meaningful work**, this is the role for you.**What You’ll Do*** Perform **diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance** on school buses* Complete **preventive maintenance inspections** to keep our fleet safe and road-ready* Troubleshoot **mechanical, electrical, and diesel systems*** Ensure all repairs meet **DOT and safety standards*** Work **independently** while staying connected with the team** What You’ll Get*** **$25–$37/hour** based on experience* **$5,000 sign-on bonus*** **Consistent Monday–Friday schedule** (no nights!)* **Six paid holidays*** **Two weeks PTO** after one year* **Medical, dental, vision & life insurance*** **401(k) with 4% company match*** **Yearly pay increases*** **Employee Assistance Program + more****What You Bring*** Experience working on **medium-duty diesel vehicles or buses*** Ability to **work independently and stay organized*** Strong commitment to **safety and quality work*** Valid driver’s license* **CDL preferred** (or willingness to obtain)** Bonus Points*** Experience with **Ford, GM, or fleet vehicles*** **ASE certifications*** Previous **school bus or transit fleet experience****ASE Certification Bonus Program*** Beacon Mobility offers a **paid ASE Certification Program** with quarterly bonuses.* Earn **$35–$100 per quarter per certification**, with total potential earnings up to **$7,820 per year**.* We **cover ASE test and registration fees** after test-prep completion.* Bonuses are paid automatically and included in regular paychecks.* Additional **$1,000 Blue Seal bonus** available at qualifying locations.**Why This Role Matters**You’re not just fixing vehicles—you’re helping ensure students arrive safely to school and back home. Your work directly supports families, communities, and the people who rely on us every day.**Apply Today!**Join a team where your skills are valued, your schedule is stable, and your work truly makes a difference.Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.Transit Team is the largest paratransit provider in the state of Minnesota. For more than 65 years, we have led the region in providing safe, reliable and exceptional service to the elderly and people with disabilities all across the Twin Cities metropolitan area. It is truly a privilege to provide independence to the passengers we consider family.