Transit Bus Maintenance Technician – DOT

EcoFleet Industries; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification bonuses

Tool allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

EcoFleet Industries, Inc. in Burbank, CA is seeking a CDL Transit Bus Maintenance Technician to keep our fleet safe and on the road. The role focuses on inspections, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy-duty transit buses.

This full-time position offers a competitive pay range of $35–$50 per hour, a 40-hour workweek, and opportunities for ASE-related certification bonuses and a tool allowance after Year 1.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class A or Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement and no air-brake restriction.
• DOT Medical Card (DOT Medical Certificate) and maintain current certification.
• High school diploma or GED; automotive/diesel/heavy‑duty program preferred.
• ASE certifications preferred; Medium/Heavy Truck or Transit Bus certifications desirable.
• Baseline personal hand tools for heavy‑duty maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain transit buses and fleet equipment for safety, reliability, and readiness.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and identify deficiencies before vehicles return to service.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy-duty transit bus systems including diesel, hybrid, and electric powertrains, air brakes, HVAC, electrical, suspension, steering.
• Complete maintenance and repairs safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively to minimize downtime.
• Accurately document inspections, repairs, parts usage, and findings in the fleet maintenance system.
• Follow safety procedures and regulatory requirements (DOT, OSHA, etc.).
• Participate in training and professional development; may drive buses for road tests or recovery.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and tools in good condition.

Skills

CDL required

ASE certifications desirable

Diesel engine knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

CDL Transit Bus Maintenance Technician

Job Posting · EcoFleet Industries, Inc.

• Job Title: CDL Transit Bus Maintenance Technician
• Pay range: $35–$50 per hour
• Schedule: 5-day work week, 40 hours
• Contract: Full-time

OVERVIEW

At EcoFleet Industries, Inc. (EcoFleet), we are committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient fleet maintenance that supports public transportation operations.

As a CDL Transit Bus Maintenance Technician, you will play a critical role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and ready for daily service. This position performs thorough inspections, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and high-quality repairs on heavy‑du‑ty transit buses and related fleet equipment.

Our technicians ensure vehicles meet EcoFleet standards, manufacturer specifications, contractual requirements, and applicable DOT and regulatory requirements before they return to service.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Pay range: $35.00–$50.00 per hour. Actual starting pay is based on experience, qualifications, certifications, technical expertise, and other job‑related factors.
• Schedule: Full-time position, 5-day work week, 40 hours per week.
• Certification bonuses: Pay bonuses for qualifying ASE certifications (Medium/Heavy Truck or Transit Bus series).
• Tool allowance: Annual tool allowance beginning after Year 1.

Eligible EcoFleet employees may participate in company-sponsored benefit programs, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long‑term disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Other benefits available under applicable EcoFleet benefit plans

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fleet safety & reliability: Maintain transit buses and fleet equipment for maximum safety, mechanical reliability, operational readiness, and passenger comfort, in line with applicable requirements and EcoFleet maintenance standards.
• Preventive maintenance & inspections: Perform thorough preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs) and identify mechanical, electrical, safety, and operational deficiencies before vehicles return to service.
• Diagnostics & repairs: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy‑du‑ty transit bus systems and components. Depending on fleet configuration, this may include diesel, hybrid, and electric powertrains; air brake systems; HVAC; electrical systems; suspension; steering; and other major vehicle systems.
• Quality & efficiency: Complete maintenance and repairs safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively to minimize vehicle downtime and maintain fleet availability.
• Documentation: Accurately document inspections, repairs, work performed, parts usage, and maintenance findings in the company's fleet maintenance management system.
• Safety & compliance: Follow EcoFleet safety procedures and all applicable DOT, OSHA, environmental, and other regulatory requirements.
• Technical development: Maintain technical competency on assigned vehicles and equipment, and participate in required training and professional development.
• Road calls & operational support: Assist with road calls, vehicle recovery, troubleshooting, and other maintenance‑related operational needs when required. CDL technicians may be required to drive buses for road tests, shop moves, and recovery.
• Shop standards: Keep tools, equipment, and assigned work areas clean, safe, and organized.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• CDL required: Must hold a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger (P) endorsement and no air‑brake restriction at the time of hire. Employees must maintain a valid CDL and all required endorsements throughout employment in this position.
• DOT medical card: Must hold a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT Medical Card) and maintain current DOT medical certification throughout employment in this position.
• Education & experience: High school diploma or GED required. Completion of an automotive, diesel, or heavy‑du‑ty vehicle technical program is preferred. Previous experience as a Diesel Mechanic, Fleet Mechanic, Vehicle Maintenance Technician, or similar position is preferred; experience maintaining heavy‑du‑ty trucks, buses, transit vehicles, or commercial fleet equipment is highly desirable.
• ASE certifications: ASE certifications are preferred. Candidates must hold or be willing to obtain the certifications required for the position. Medium/Heavy Truck or Transit Bus ASE certifications are highly desirable.
• Hand tools: Must have a baseline personal hand‑tool inventory appropriate for heavy‑du‑ty vehicle maintenance.
• Work availability: EcoFleet supports a 24/7 transportation operation. Technicians must be available to work their assigned schedules, which may include days, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs.
• Minimum age: Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Technical & communication skills: Must be able to read and understand technical manuals, schematics, diagnostic reports, maintenance procedures, safety instructions, work orders, and other technical information, and communicate effectively with shop leadership, technicians, drivers, and other operational personnel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Physical requirements: Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, reaching, and working underneath and around commercial vehicles for extended periods.
• Lifting: Must be able to lift and/or move vehicle components and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds, with appropriate assistance or lifting equipment when necessary.
• Work environment: Work is performed primarily in a heavy‑du‑ty vehicle maintenance shop and may involve variable temperatures, elevated noise levels, vehicle exhaust, oils, lubricants, chemicals, and other conditions typical of commercial fleet maintenance.
• Safety equipment: Employees must use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all EcoFleet safety procedures.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EcoFleet is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, and other employment practices without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

EcoFleet prohibits unlawful harassment and retaliation against employees or applicants who exercise rights protected by applicable employment laws.