Student Transportation Inc.is North America’s safest independent provider of school bus transportation services, with an industry-leading safety rating and the youngest fleet in the business.

TheDiesel Mechanic Technician, with general direction from the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, provides a wide range of technical services on company diesel buses, vans, and automobiles. Also works under the direction of the Terminal Manger.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs thorough, accurate Preventative Maintenance inspections
• Following schedules completes all required PM maintenance operations including lubrication, fluid changes, brake adjustments, and tire rotation
• With direction from the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, performs unscheduled maintenance as needed
• Performs complex operations including engine, electrical, fuel, brake, and exhaust repairs and field tests. This requires interpreting and working from drawings, specifications and other technical materials
• Performs emergency roadside services as needed
• Inspection of equipment and diagnose mechanical defects
• Document repairs and parts on work orders completely and accurately
• Maintains tools and workplaces so that conditions are neat and orderly
• Performs other duties as required
• Emergency conditions may require on call service calls, extended hours, or weekend work flexibility
• May, on occasion, be required to drive buses and vans to perform road tests etc.
• Performs other duties as required

Physical Duties:

• Ability to safely lift over 50 lbs.
• Must be able to lift heavy equipment (up to 100lbs) including but not limited to, brake drums, tires, ladders, tool chests, floor jacks when necessary
• Must be able to utilize a ladder and other elevation equipment to access the roof of buses and elevated light fixtures for repairs and maintenance
• Must be able to operate bench grinder, torch, drill press, Jack and Jack stands, sawzall, oil pumps, power washer, parts cleaner and other hand tools required to perform work
• Must be able to operate a replacement vehicle or utility truck
• Must operate CDL and Non-CDL vehicles (buses and van) to perform road tests, as well as shuttle in an out of the garage for repairs and maintenance

Requirements

Qualifications:

• A mechanic or diesel mechanic accreditation from a school or certification program
• 1 years’ experience as a diesel mechanic
• Able to provide own hand tools required for regular maintenance
• Ability to operate CDL and Non-CDL buses and vans
• CDL permit or license is a plus!

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; Returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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