Diesel & Electrical Systems Mechanic - School Bus Fleet

At Zūm CMX, we keep a mission-critical fleet running so students and communities can count on safe transportation every day. If you’re energized by complex diagnostics, thorough preventive maintenance, and workmanship that meets DOT and safety standards, this role is for you.

We rely on your ability to find root causes fast—without sacrificing quality. You’re comfortable rebuilding engines, tracking down elusive electrical faults, and performing exacting PM inspections. Organization is your trademark: clean bench, labeled parts, complete documentation, and professional finishes on every job.

• Comprehensive repairs and diagnostics
  • Troubleshoot and repair systems: steering, electrical, cooling, lubricating, braking, drivetrains, suspensions, clutches, transmissions, and oil/temperature/gas regulating components.
  • Adjust, test, and rebuild engines per your qualifications in compliance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial, and local regulations.
  • Conduct test drives during Preventive Maintenance to validate driver feedback and post-repair to confirm issues are fully resolved.
  • Install, program, replace, and verify telematics hardware.
• Maintenance operations excellence
  • Execute scheduled Preventive Maintenance for all vehicles assigned to the facility.
  • Tackle unscheduled repairs promptly and thoroughly.
  • Perform road calls and make on-the-road repairs as assigned.
  • Record labor time, parts consumption, and maintenance actions on a work tablet and/or authorized forms.
• Safety and compliance leadership
  • Uphold a safe, clean, productive work area aligned to company housekeeping standards and all applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and local requirements.
  • Complete all tasks in accordance with DOT compliance requirements.
  • Work your assigned shift; provide overtime coverage as needed.

• 5 years of fleet experience with Diesel, Heavy/Medium-duty vehicles.
• Minimum five years of Auto/Truck or Bus mechanical repair experience.
• Working knowledge of local DOT compliance for Medium/Heavy Trucks.
• Proficiency with computer-based fleet systems and documentation.
• Possession of the recommended minimum hand tools for Medium/Heavy-Duty and Diesel technicians.
• Significant experience with computerized diagnostics.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills.
• Experience planning and scheduling repairs (Daily, Weekly, Monthly).
• Flexibility to work variable schedules.

• Active CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• ASE certifications in brakes, suspension, engine, electrical, A/C—or Master School Bus and/or Master Truck Technician.

We value craftsmanship, accountability, and safety. Here, great work is noticed, shared, and scaled. You’ll collaborate with technicians who take pride in first-time fixes and a shop that runs on discipline and teamwork.

Zūm CMX

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