Maintenance Technician II

As a Fleet Technician I supporting our school bus fleet, you’ll handle advanced diagnostics, inspections, and repairs on Summits Fleet of vehicles so routes leave safe and on time. You’ll work across yellow-bus systems—preventive maintenance, DOT/state inspections and DVIR readiness, air/hydraulic braking, steering/suspension, electrical/charging, HVAC, drivetrains/transmissions, and engine performance—while modeling craftsmanship, safety, and uptime. You’ll work with the Lead Technician or Maintenance Supervisor to identify and complete repairs.

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.

$30.00

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years medium/heavy truck fleet mechanic repair experience.

 o Experience must be verifiable via prior employer or acceptable documentation (e.g., pay stubs, W-2, or equivalent).

• Knowledgeable in the use of diagnostic equipment to identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and A/C issues.

• Advanced technical knowledge of major vehicle components in diesel and gas equipment.

• Possess the recommended minimum hand tools for a diesel technician.

• Ability to use good judgment and sound 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 mechanics.

• ASE Certification desirable but not required.