Automotive/Diesel Mechanic

• Strong benefits: Medical, dental, and life insurance, flexible spending account, 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off.
• Career growth + Training: Paid factory training, certification reimbursement, ASE bonus opportunities, and a strong promote from within culture.
• CDL support: Paid training opportunities to earn a CDL where applicable.
• Technician friendly shop environment: Modern, clean, bright, and well heated workspaces.
• Added perks: Uniform and boot program, employee referral bonuses, and a family oriented team environment.

• →Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and service inspections on school buses and other fleet vehicles.
• →Diagnose and repair mechanical, diesel, electrical, and drivability issues.
• →Inspect, service, and repair brake systems, tires and wheels, steering, suspension, drivetrains, transmissions, cooling systems, fuel systems, exhaust systems, lighting, electrical systems, batteries, charging systems, doors, windows, body components, and HVAC systems.
• →Respond to road calls and assist with mobile repairs when needed to keep routes running safely and on time.
• →Complete repair orders, inspection documentation, parts usage records, and other required paperwork accurately and promptly.
• →Communicate repair needs, safety concerns, and vehicle status to the shop foreman or supervisor.
• →Maintain proper hand tools and use shop equipment safely and responsibly.
• →Follow all safety procedures, shop standards, manufacturer guidelines, and supervisor direction.

• High school diploma, technical school or equivalent.

• Valid driver’s license.
• CDL license or willingness/eligibility to obtain one preferred.
• ASE certifications or willingness to work toward ASE certifications preferred.

• Minimum of one year of experience within automotive, truck, diesel, or bus repair.
• Must have your own set of tools and equipment.
• Ability to understand, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems using appropriate tools and equipment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team focused attitude with pride in doing quality work that supports student safety.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, twist, stand, walk, and work in and around vehicles for extended periods.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop equipment safely.

The physical requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. DATTCO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable federal and state law.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.