Diesel Bus Mechanic (Class A)

Academy Bus is seeking an experienced Class A Diesel Bus Mechanic for our Capitol Heights, MD location. Must have experience working on Van Hool, Temsa, and Prevost Buses. Familiar with Cummins and Detroit engines. Must have experience troubleshooting issues with Electrical & Engine diagnostics on Buses with a laptop, i.e. Detroit, Allison, Cummins. Must have own tools. $2500 Sign On Bonus. 

Earn $34.00-$42.00 per hour, based on candidate experience level. 

Responsibilities: Diesel Mechanic – Class A / Level 1

• 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
• General welding/fabrication
• Train and supervise B/C Level Mechanics and maintenance staff

Requirements:

• Must have experience working on Van Hool, Temsa, and Prevost buses
• Must be familiar Cummins and Detroit engines
• Must have AC Certification
• 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
• Valid driver's license
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen
• CDL License with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement is a plus but not required, willingness to obtain a CDL License through our in-house training department is also desirable

Health Insurance and Benefits Offered Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life insurance
• Supplemental coverages
• 401K plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Academy is EEO

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