Transit Fleet Mechanic & Technician

Beaumont Transit Services; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Transit Management of Beaumont/First Transit is seeking a dedicated Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain transit vehicles and equipment. You will troubleshoot diesel, gasoline and CNG engines, transmissions, and electrical systems, and prepare accurate work orders.

The role emphasizes safety and teamwork in a fleet maintenance environment. Expect a 40-hour week with shift options, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from accredited automotive maintenance technical program preferred.
• One or more years automotive repair experience required preferably in a fleet environment working on heavy equipment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of CNG, diesel and gasoline engines, automatic transmissions, small engines, airbrakes, steering, electronics and drivelines.
• Must provide a basic set of tools.
• Experience with vehicle diagnostic equipment.
• Must possess valid Class B Commercial Driver License.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain transit vehicles and equipment including diesel, gasoline and CNG engines, transmissions, hydraulic and air systems, suspension systems, drivelines, multiplexing systems and electronics.
• Respond to road calls and determine problem and probability of repair.
• Prepare detailed work orders with parts used and work performed.
• Utilize equipment manuals for troubleshooting, repair and parts ordering.
• Use OEM software and diagnostic tools for troubleshooting and repair.
• Work individually or as a team, comply with OSHA and safety guidelines.
• Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles, systems and equipment.
• Supervise Class A Maintenance Technicians and oversee Service Employees.

Skills

Read schematics

Electrical diagrams

Trailering vehicles

Heavy machinery operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Automotive maintenance technical program (preferred)

Tools

Vehicle diagnostic equipment

Job description

Transit Management of Beaumont/First Transit is seeking a dedicated Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain transit vehicles and equipment. You will troubleshoot diesel, gasoline and CNG engines, transmissions, and electrical systems, and prepare accurate work orders.

The role emphasizes safety and teamwork in a fleet maintenance environment. Expect a 40-hour week with shift options, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.