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Diesel Mechanic Technician II

Durham School Services · Aurora, IL · 4 wk ago
Management$25/hrFull-time

About the role

You’ll diagnose and repair medium/heavy vehicles that move students safely every day. You’ll work across yellow-bus systems—preventive maintenance, air and hydraulic braking, steering/suspension, electrical/charging, HVAC, drivetrains/transmissions, and DVIR/state inspection readiness—balancing quality repairs with uptime so routes leave on time.

Responsibilities

  • Detect and resolve mechanical, electrical, and A/C issues using diagnostic equipment.
  • Perform engine adjustments, rebuilds, and test drives to ensure quality repairs.
  • Complete safety inspections and sign off on vehicles before release.
  • Keep 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.

Qualifications

  • Minimum three (3) years of light/medium/heavy-duty mechanic repair experience.
  • Experience must be verifiable via prior employer or acceptable documentation (e.g., pay stubs, W-2, etc.).
  • Proficient with diagnostic equipment to identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and A/C issues.
  • Technical knowledge of major vehicle systems; diesel equipment experience required (gasoline systems familiarity a plus).
  • Prior fleet or dealership experience; familiar with both diesel and gasoline systems.
  • Possess the recommended minimum hand tools for a Diesel/Gas Technician.
  • Sound judgment and 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).

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage.
  • Holiday pay.
  • PTO accrual.
  • Retirement savings plan.

Pay

$25 per hour for Diesel Mechanic Tech II

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate school bus routes.

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