Transit Fleet Mechanic: Onsite & Hands-On Diagnostics

Remix; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Job summary

Via is seeking a Mechanic in Mobile, AL to diagnose, repair, and maintain buses and support vehicles on-site. You will perform preventive maintenance, read schematics, and document work orders to keep the fleet safe and reliable.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, vocational automotive training, and ASE preferred. CDL is a plus. We offer competitive hourly pay and benefits with flexible scheduling as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires vocational automotive training and hands-on experience in medium/heavy-duty vehicle maintenance.
• Comfortable reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Detail-oriented with documentation—work orders closed out clearly and records accurate.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on transit vehicles and support equipment, including fluid changes, filter replacements, brake inspections, tire rotations, and scheduled service intervals.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues across engines, transmissions, braking, HVAC, suspension, steering, and electrical systems.
• Conduct pre-trip, post-trip, and DOT-compliant safety inspections, identifying defects and completing repairs.
• Respond to road calls and on-site breakdowns, troubleshooting issues and coordinating with Maintenance Manager to minimize service disruption.
• Use automotive test equipment and diagnostic software to isolate issues and verify repairs.
• Complete accurate work orders and maintain detailed service records for each vehicle.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Reading schematics

Diagnostics

Documentation

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

diagnostic tools

diagnostic software

manufacturer diagrams

Job description

Via is seeking a Mechanic in Mobile, AL to diagnose, repair, and maintain buses and support vehicles on-site. You will perform preventive maintenance, read schematics, and document work orders to keep the fleet safe and reliable.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, vocational automotive training, and ASE preferred. CDL is a plus. We offer competitive hourly pay and benefits with flexible scheduling as needed.