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About the Role

As a Fleet Technician I supporting our school bus fleet, you’ll handle advanced diagnostics, inspections, and repairs on Summit's Fleet of vehicles so routes leave safe and on time. You’ll work across yellow-bus systems—preventive maintenance, DOT/state inspections and DVIR readiness, air/hydraulic braking, steering/suspension, electrical/charging, HVAC, drivetrains/transmissions, and engine performance—while modeling craftsmanship, safety, and uptime. You’ll work with the Lead Technician or Maintenance Supervisor to identify and complete repairs.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair automotive and diesel systems, including brakes, steering, suspension, drivetrains, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems, according to skill level.
Perform engine adjustments, rebuilds, and test drives to verify quality repairs.
Complete required safety inspections and repair sign-offs before releasing vehicles.
Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant workspace following all Federal, State, and local standards.
Identify and report additional service needs or complex issues requiring advanced support.
Accurately log labor hours, parts used, and completed work in the maintenance system.
Notify leadership of unsafe conditions, equipment misuse, or vehicle abuse immediately.
Respond to road calls and perform mobile repairs when needed.
Model professionalism, teamwork, and integrity in every task.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years medium/heavy truck fleet mechanic repair experience.
Experience must be verifiable via prior employer or acceptable documentation (e.g., pay stubs, W-2, or equivalent).
Knowledgeable in the use of diagnostic equipment to identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and A/C issues.
Advanced technical knowledge of major vehicle components in diesel and gas equipment.
Possess the recommended minimum hand tools for a diesel technician.
Ability to use good judgment and sound decision-making skills.
High school graduate or equivalent education and/or training and experience.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Valid applicable state license (CDL preferred).

Skills

Automotive diagnostics
Diesel systems repair
Brake systems
Steering systems
Suspension systems
Drivetrain repair
Electrical systems
Cooling systems
Fuel systems
Engine repair
Preventive maintenance
DOT/State inspections
DVIR readiness
Air braking systems
Hydraulic braking systems
HVAC systems
Transmission repair
Engine performance diagnostics
Diagnostic equipment operation
Mechanical troubleshooting
Electrical troubleshooting
A/C troubleshooting

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

5 years of medium/heavy truck fleet mechanic repair experience

Education Level

High school graduate or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

$35.02 per hour

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic life insurance
Holiday pay
PTO accrual
Retirement savings plan enrollment

About the Company

Summit School Services has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination.
Summit School Services is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.
Summit School Services LLC’s independent subsidiaries and affiliates are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer.

Equal Opportunity

At Summit School Services, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.