What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Bus Mechanic Foreman position at Academy Express?
Academy Bus is seeking a full-time hands-on Diesel Bus Mechanic Foreman supervisor for our Atlanta, GA facility.
In this role 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.
Earn $33.00-$42.00 per hour. Pay rate commensurate with experience level.
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, respond to road calls
- 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.
- Supervise maintenance operations 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
Academy is an EEO.
Salary : $33 - $42