Heavy Duty Technician

About the role

Transdev in St. Clair, MI is seeking an experienced Heavy Duty Technician to bolster our team. This role demands expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines across various vehicles and equipment. As a Heavy Duty Technician, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our diesel-powered assets.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair including brakes, suspensions, engines, drivetrains, transmissions, and other repairs.
• Ensure work orders are completed accurately.
• Aid with road calls and emergency services as necessary.

Qualifications

• Michigan State inspectors license is highly preferred.
• At least 3 - 5 years of automotive and diesel transit bus or heavy truck maintenance & repair employment experience or a combination of technical school education & experience.
• Possess a mechanic’s tool set.
• ASE certifications are preferred.
• Subject to DOT drug testing.

Benefits

• Vacation: Two (2) weeks after one (1) year of employment.
• Holidays: 10 holidays, 1 floating holiday.
• Paid Sick Leave: 5 sick days; medical, dental & vision after 90 calendar days of employment for full-time employees, life insurance, 401k retirement benefits, and company holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day).
• Frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces.
• Push and pull objects, occasionally throughout the workday.
• Lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.
• Occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level.
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job.
• Tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Pay

$23.26- 29.39/ hr based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-Time