Diesel Bus Technician

Job Description:

Company Name: Aries Charter
City, State Chicago, IL
Facility Type: Fleet Maintenance Shop
Job Title: Diesel Bus Technician
Openings:3-6
Start Date(s):ASAP
Hiring Process: in person interview than offer
License Required: CDL B Preferred, will need it after 90-120 day probationary period
Tools Required: Yes
Pay Type: Hourly
Local Pay: $27-$37 per hour
Shift: M-F 1st shift, Sat as needed (more Saturdays potentially in Summer)
Hours: Normal hours are M-F 7-3:30. Summer hours, which we are in now, are M-F 6-6:30 & Saturdays 6-12.
Trucks Worked: Wide variety of Buses/ Vans.
Duration: 180 CTH
Cummins ISB and School Bus Experience is helpful in getting a hire here!

Address in JO is main site. MTE Headquarters

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Diagnose mechanical defects
• Carry out a preventive maintenance program
• Major and minor repair of engines and transmissions
• Service and maintain brakes, air compressors, fuel systems, ignitions, HVAC systems and Wheel Chair lifts
• Inspect and repair school buses per DOT requirements
• Keep records of time and materials used
• Communicate with Customer and Supervisor on any delays or additional repairs that may be needed
• Test drive buses to confirm completed repairs
• Use standard and specialized tools and garage equipment
•Work with minimal supervision and perform independent tasks based upon general direction
• Input service notes into service tracking system
• Planning for future service work including reviewing work orders and ordering parts from Parts Department
• Keep service truck stocked with commonly used parts to prevent delays in completing work orders
• Stay up to date on all yearly training requirements set by the OEM
• Strict observance of and adherence to all safety policies and procedures

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
• Diesel engine experience required; Medium duty bus experience, International Truck/Bus preferred
• Navistar, Cummins and Braun certifications are preferred
• Must have own set of tools (wrenches, ratchets, etc)
• Knowledge of the provisions of codes and laws relating to pupil transportation (i.e. IDOT inspections)
• CDL class B License with air brake endorsement preferred
• 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
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Maintain a professional appearance
• Provide exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion in a timely and safe manner

Physical Requirements:
• Operate Company Service Truck and all equipment and tools needed to complete job in a safe manner
• 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 work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat & cold, snow, and rain
• Must be able to work in confined spaces such as beneath vehicles • Must be able to bend, climb ladders, crawl, squat, kneel, reach and twist consistently
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs Externally

Job Pay Details

Hourly Rate: $27 - $37

Based on experience.

Job Ident #: 35301

Company Details

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions

814 Commerce Drive
Suite 250
Oak Brook, Illinois 60523 USA
www.launchtws.com/

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Job Info

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Type

Contractor

Company Details

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions

814 Commerce Drive
Suite 250
Oak Brook, Illinois 60523 USA
www.launchtws.com/