Diesel Mechanic Technician II - 261146
Description Hiring bonus 3000 conditions apply to be paid in installments
Summit School Services has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. Summit School Services is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.
As a Fleet Tech II supporting a school bus fleet, youll diagnose and repair medium-heavy vehicles that move students safely every day. Youll work across yellow-bus systems-preventive maintenance, air and hydraulic braking, steeringsuspension, electrical, charging, HVAC, drivetrainstransmissions, and DVIR, state inspection readiness-balancing quality repairs with uptime so routes leave on time. Youll work with the Lead Technician or Maintenance Supervisor to identify and complete maintenance.
Duties & Responsibilities • Diagnose and repair automotive and diesel systems - including brakes, steering, suspension, drivetrains, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems - according to skill level. • Perform engine adjustments, rebuilds, and test drives to verify quality repairs. • Complete required safety inspections and repair sign-offs before releasing vehicles. • 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. • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Qualifications • Experience: Minimum three (3) years of light-medium-heavy-duty mechanic repair experience. o 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 AC 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. • Company has a free training program for Technicians, and you will be expected to obtain a valid CDL. • ASE Certification desirable but not required.
Why work with Summit Purpose with impact Your expertise keeps students and communities moving-safely and reliably every school day.
Professional development Build your career with ongoing training and internal advancement opportunities.
Training & tools Access to industry-leading complimentary fleet-OEM training, modern diagnostic equipment, and school-bus system training. CDL & ASE support: CDL preferred-company training available for mechanics. Industry Leading ASE Training & Incentive program.
Modern fleet focus Predictable preventive maintenance PM cycles and a safety-first culture tailored to pupil transportation. Robust telematics platform. We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Additionally, employees are able to enroll in a retirement savings plan.
At Summit School Services, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information including characteristics and testing, military, and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Summit School Services LLCs independent subsidiaries and affiliates are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer.
Pay Rate Range The pay rate range, along with most all of the other terms and conditions of employment, vary between different sites, geographical markets, customer contractual terms, and positions.
Primary Location United States-Kansas-Overland Park-Blue Valley, KS
Work Locations Blue Valley, KS 7321 W. 135th St CO Durham 6700 Overland Park 66223
Job Maintenance Field US Bus
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
Travel No
National Express Corporation (NEC)
National Express Corporation (NEC) is the North American subsidiary of National Express Group, PLC, one of the premier transportation firms in the United Kingdom. NEC is made up of Durham School Services and Petermann in the United States and Stock Transportation in Canada. Durham, Petermann, and Stock all share a strong commitment to provide quality transportation, outstanding customer service, positive employee relations, and the highest level of safety.
Together Durham, Petermann, and Stock operate more than 22,000 school buses and serve more than 450 school districts in 32 states in the US and four provinces in Canada. NEC’s corporate headquarters, located in Warrenville, Illinois, house the administrative and support functions for the company. Our local Customer Service Centers (CSCs) are supported by regional operations teams located throughout North America.
As a North American company, we have a wealth of resources available to our customers and still maintain an unmatched level of local support.