Jobs · Engineering · Washington

Part-Time Fleet Mechanic Technician

TransWest · Redmond, WA · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$40–$50/hrPart-time

About the role

A Technician is responsible for advanced diagnostics, major repairs, and proactive maintenance of fleet vehicles. Working closely with fellow technicians and Operations, this role ensures vehicle reliability through accurate scheduling, field repairs, and timely change-outs. Minimizes service disruptions and supports safe, efficient transportation for staff and clients.

Responsibilities

  • Regularly inspecting vehicle systems, including suspensions, steering and exhausts condition and operational safety; ensure maintenance of the highest level, including physical appearance.
  • Repairing vehicle transmission, brakes, engines and other associated parts.
  • Address immediate fleet concerns and maintain fleet maintenance records: review driver defect reports daily, review PM's and trouble-shoot/resolve issues to reduce the number of road calls and ensure a prominent level of safety within all operations.
  • Track daily vehicle reports, labor hours, maintenance, and repair records to ensure all maintenance files are accurate and current.
  • Conducting field visits in the case of an emergency or sudden breakdown, make appropriate arrangements to have inoperable vehicle or equipment repaired or towed.
  • Supports the IT Team in the management of on-board shuttle technology such as Wi-Fi devices, telematics systems and vehicle tablets to ensure the systems are functional and installed accordingly.
  • Preparing work plans after fully scoping out the issue.
  • Test driving repaired vehicles to gauge their performance.
  • Running diagnostic tests on diesel and gas engines and interpreting the results to offer suitable solutions.
  • Maintaining records of parts inventory and serviced vehicles.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Must be 21+ years old
  • 3+ years of vehicle maintenance experience (transit buses or motor coaches preferred)
  • Experience using diagnostic tools (e.g., Cummins Insite, QuickServe, AllData, WABCO, Bendix)
  • High school diploma or equivalent (technical training preferred)
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
  • Current DOT Medical Card or able to obtain one
  • Able to pass a pre-employment DOT drug test
  • Able to communicate effectively in English
  • Flexible schedule, including occasional overtime
  • Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications

  • Electric vehicle experience is a plus
  • ASE Certifications (Medium/Heavy Truck or School/Transit Bus)
  • Powertrain Certification EPA 609 HVAC Certification
  • CDL (Class A or B) with Passenger endorsement
  • CDL training available for qualified candidates

Benefits

  • $2,000 per year tool allowance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • 401k with matching
  • Holiday pay
  • Company provided uniforms with in-house weekly uniform cleaning service
  • Paid Time Off with increasing amounts based on your years of service

Pay

Cashier: $40.00 - $50.00 / Hour with a $7,500 sign-on bonus
B Tech: $30.00 - $40.00 / Hour with a $7,500 sign-on bonus
C Tech: $25.00 - $35.00 / Hour with a $7,500 sign-on bonus

Schedule

This is a part-time, 20 hour a week role.

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