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Diesel Bus Maintenance Manager
Job Category: Maintenance
Requisition Number: DIESE001813
Posting Details
Posted: February 7, 2026
Full-Time
LocationsShowing 1 location
1700 Rochell Ave
Capitol Heights, MD 20743, USA
Job Details
Description
Academy Bus is seeking a full-time hands-on Diesel Bus Maintenance Manager for our Capitol Heights, MD facility.
As the Diesel Bus Maintenance Manager you will manage a team of mechanics and cleaning crew, and oversee the operations of a diesel bus maintenance garage. You will be hands-on with repairs and on-going training and development of your team.
Responsibilities:
Train and supervise diesel mechanics and cleaning staff.
Hands-on maintenance of assigned bus fleet
Repair, troubleshooting and diagnosis of modern tour bus engines and transmissions
Reconditioning, preventative and routine maintenance
Inspections and road tests
Warranty and repair documentation
Diagnosis, inspection, installation, disassembly and cleaning of components such as: Diesel engines, electronic systems/motors/controls, drive line components, tires, bearings, brake systems, seals, radiators, water pumps, coolant hoses, alternators, regulators, steering components, oil/air filters, door assemblies, controls, belts, pneumatic valves, cables, and linkages, radiators, heating, air conditioning, alternators, generators, voltage regulators, suspensions, seating, steering, and glass.
Respond to road calls
Oversee upholstery repairs including entire interior and lavatory
Supervise wheel, tire and alignment shops and source local vendors as needed
General welding/fabrication
Requirements:
7+ years of diesel engine maintenance
Must have supervisory experience, Must have own tools
Proven ability to use hands tools, power tools, hydraulic jacks, pullers, VOA instruments, reamers, vacuum and compression pumps, welding equipment, and testing instruments
Proficient in the use of diagnostic devices such as: DDEC readers, ATEC readers, SmarTire, schematics, AIC (Freon) recovery and charging equipment
Basic computer skills
CDL License with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements required
Health Insurance and Benefits Offered Include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription and Life insurance
Supplemental coverages
401K plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Salary will be based on candidate experience level.
Academy is an EEO