Diesel Technician / Mechanic I

About Zūm Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience ( Zūm CMX ™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility market – the largest segment of the mass mobility industry – Zūm CMX is transforming a daily source of anxiety and disruption into a reliable, transparent, and efficient mobility experience for students and families. Today, more than 6,500 schools rely on Zūm CMX . Recognized globally for its innovative approach and operational execution, Zūm has been named to Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies, CNBC Disruptor 50 and Changemakers, the World Economic Forum, and the Financial Times’ Fastest Growing Companies lists. Zūm is backed by leading investors including Sequoia Capital, GIC, TPG, and Softbank.

About the role

We're seeking an experienced Technician I to serve as a cornerstone of our maintenance operations. This role encompasses comprehensive vehicle diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance across our fleet. You'll diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues, perform critical safety inspections, and ensure every vehicle meets rigorous DOT and safety standards. You'll be essential to our transportation operations, keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve students and communities.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions and perform vehicle repairs including steering, electrical, cooling, lubricating, braking systems, drivetrains, suspensions, steering systems, clutches, transmissions, and oil, temperature, gas regulating components
• Adjust, test, and rebuild engines and related assigned duties within qualification level, in accordance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial and local guidelines and requirements
• Perform test drives during Preventative Maintenance inspections to identify driver reported issues and conduct test drives after service to confirm repairs have been completed successfully
• Install, program, replace and verify telematic devices
• Perform the work needed to implement preventive maintenance for the vehicles serviced by this maintenance facility
• Perform the work needed to complete unscheduled repairs to the vehicles serviced by this maintenance facility
• Perform road calls and on-the-road repairs as assigned
• Record time spent, parts used and repairs and/or maintenance conducted on the work tablet and/or authorized form
• Maintain a safe, clean, productive, and efficient work area including ensuring the work area is in compliance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial, local guidelines and requirements, and company Housekeeping standards and safety regulations
• Perform work within scope of duties and in accordance with DOT compliance requirements
• Work assigned shift and overtime as needed

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• 5 years of fleet experience in Diesel, Heavy/Med duty fleets
• Minimum of five years Auto/Truck or Bus mechanical repair experience
• Experience with compliance with the local applicable DOT compliance of Med/Heavy Trucks
• Computer proficiency for fleet management systems and documentation
• Possess the recommended minimum hand tools for a Medium and Heavy Duty and Diesel Technician
• Strong experience with computerized diagnostics
• Ability to use good