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Diesel Technician

LAUNCH TransTechs
Charleston, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/13/2027

Diesel Mechanic

Charleston, IL

Shift - Monday - Friday 1st Shift

Pay - $35-$38 per hour

Requirements

  • 60% of work doing hands on Fleet repairs- 40% doing office and management responsibilities
  • Servicing of gasoline and diesel powered buses from basic maintenance and minor repairs to full vehicle service
  • Diagnose mechanical defects and carries out a preventive maintenance program
  • Major and minor overhaul of engines and transmissions
  • Service and maintain brakes, air compressors, fuel systems, ignitions, HVAC systems and Wheel Chair lifts
  • Service and maintain vehicle air conditioning units
  • Inspects and repairs school buses per DOT requirements
  • Keep records of time and materials used
  • Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
  • Medium duty bus experience, International Truck/Bus preferred
  • Must have own set of tools
  • Knowledge of the provisions of codes and laws relating to pupil transportation (i.e. IDOT inspections)CDL class B License with air brake endorsement
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
  • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
  • Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion in a timely manner
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance as attendance is an essential function of the position
  • Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
  • Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $28 - $32

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