Transit Bus Technician — Diesel & EV Specialist

TransWest; Redmond, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DOT medical card and physicals

Paid training to receive Class B CDL

Job summary

TransWest in Washington state is hiring technicians to maintain and repair a diverse fleet of motorcoaches, shuttles, and light‑duty vehicles. You will diagnose engines, transmissions, brakes, HVAC, electrical, fuel, and drivetrains while keeping thorough maintenance records and using OEM diagnostic tools.

The role offers a clear career path in either Light/Medium Duty Automotive or Heavy Duty Diesel, with opportunities for skill development, on‑the‑job training, and DOT certification support.

Qualifications

• 21+ years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Professional experience maintaining and repairing vehicles, or completion of a vocational automotive or heavy-duty diesel program, associate's degree in automotive technology, Heavy Duty Diesel, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Placement within the Technician career path is based on experience and demonstrated competencies.
• Demonstrated knowledge diagnosing, repairing and maintaining electrical, brake, powertrain, steering, suspension, and HVAC systems.
• Experience on transit buses, motorcoaches, or fleet equipment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT MEC). TransWest covers certification costs.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on motorcoaches, cutaway shuttles, light-duty vehicles, and electric vehicles.
• Diagnose, repair, and replace engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, electrical, fuel, and drivetrain components.
• Review driver defect reports and maintenance schedules to minimize road calls and maximize vehicle availability.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, labor hours, repair documentation, and parts inventory.
• Use OEM diagnostic software and OEM tools to troubleshoot vehicle systems and determine repair solutions.
• Perform road tests, quality inspections, and field service calls as needed.
• Support installation and troubleshooting of onboard vehicle technology including telematics and Wi‑Fi equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Fleet leadership and technicians to ensure fleet reliability and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diagnostics proficiency

Technical aptitude

Communication in English

DOT compliance readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in automotive technology or Heavy Duty Diesel

Vocational automotive or heavy-duty diesel program

Tools

Cummins INSITE

Cummins QuickServe

ALLDATA

WABCO

Allison DOC

Bendix ACom

Ford IDS

Job description

TransWest in Washington state is hiring technicians to maintain and repair a diverse fleet of motorcoaches, shuttles, and light‑duty vehicles. You will diagnose engines, transmissions, brakes, HVAC, electrical, fuel, and drivetrains while keeping thorough maintenance records and using OEM diagnostic tools.

The role offers a clear career path in either Light/Medium Duty Automotive or Heavy Duty Diesel, with opportunities for skill development, on‑the‑job training, and DOT certification support.