Lead Diesel Technician
20 days ago
Utica
Job Description As a Lead Diesel Technician, you will be responsible for a range of maintenance services on company vehicles, including buses, vans, and service vehicles. • Hourly range: $28-$32 depending on experience, • ASE Training & Incentive Program, • Team-based Work Environment, • Comprehensive Benefits Package, • Health, Life, Vision, Dental, PTO, Holidays, • Boot Allowance, • 401K Match Hours: Monday - Friday Fulltime Responsibilities: • Leads team on performing maintenance services on company vehicles, including buses, vans, and service vehicles, • Collaborate with team members for scheduling repairs and services, • Diagnose and repair vehicles, ensuring safety and operation, • Learn and use our maintenance tracking system to complete work orders and stay compliant on scheduled services., • Performs thorough, accurate Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMI), • Follows schedule to complete all required PM maintenance operations including lubrication, fluid changes, brake adjustments, and tire rotation., • With direction from the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, performs unscheduled maintenance as needed such as DVIR repairs., • Must be able to utilize a ladder and other elevation equipment to access the roof of buses and elevated light fixtures for repairs and maintenance., • Must operate CDL and Non-CDL vehicles (buses and van) to perform road tests, as well as shuttle in an out of the garage for repairs and maintenance., • Must be able to operate bench grinder, torch, drill press, jack and jack stands, Sawzall, oil pumps, power washer, parts cleaner and other hand tools required to perform work., • Perform emergency roadside services as needed which may require operation of either replacement vehicle or utility truck., • Emergency conditions may require calls at home, extended hours, or weekend work when available., • Document repairs and parts on work orders completely and accurately, • Maintains tools and workplace so that conditions are neat and orderly, • Must be thoroughly familiar with all safety provisions associated with vehicle maintenance., • Understands and conforms to State EPA regulations regarding disposal of toxic waste substances., • Strong understanding and abide by OSHA standards/provisions., • CDL B with P&S Endorsements (or can obtain after starting), • High School Diploma or equivalent, • At least 3 years’ experience as a mechanic in an automotive, school bus, trucking or heavy equipment environment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience, • Positive attitude and willingness to continue learning a must., • Provide your own hand tools required for regular maintenance., • Current State Driver's License with a clean driving record and ability to maintain., • Knowledge of tools, procedures, technical skills, and safety rules used in the maintenance and repair of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered equipment., • Operational knowledge of motorized gasoline, diesel and alternative fueled vehicles, and shop equipment and tools, • Inspection of equipment and diagnose mechanical defects., • This position may require an employee to drive a vehicle. This means that the hiring process will include verification that the candidate has a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record for employment.