Acceptance Testing, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blueprints, Buses, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Flexible Spending Accounts, Fuel Cell, Groundskeeping, HVAC, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, High Voltage (HV), Identify Issues, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, OSHA, On Site Support, Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Quality Control, Retrofit, Safety Training, Schematics, Technical Drawing, Technical Recruiting, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Vehicle Fleets, Welding
Transit Bus Field Service Technician
Bay Area, CA
$35+/Hour | Monday Friday | 7:00 AM 3:30 PM
We're looking for a hands-on Field Service Technician to support transit agencies throughout the Bay Area. This role combines welding, fabrication, troubleshooting, inspections, warranty repairs, retrofits, and technical support on next-generation transit buses.
If you enjoy solving problems, working independently, and supporting advanced vehicle technology in the field, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Must be able to perform welding and fabrication repairs on transit vehicles
- Complete warranty repairs, retrofits, and vehicle inspections
- Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
- Diagnose and repair wiring, relays, lighting systems, motors, and related components
- Conduct vehicle acceptance testing and quality inspections
- Travel locally to customer sites and transit agencies throughout the Bay Area
- Document service activities and communicate findings with customers and internal teams
- Follow all OSHA, company, and high-voltage safety procedures
- PPE Equipment provided
What We're Looking For
- 3+ years of welding, fabrication, maintenance, or field service experience
- Need to be certified in Stainless Steel
- Experience with MIG, TIG, Stick, or Flux-Core welding
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Experience working on buses, heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, rail, fleet equipment, HVAC systems, or industrial machinery is highly preferred
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Valid driver's license
Preferred Experience
- Transit bus maintenance
- Electric vehicle (EV) systems
- Hybrid vehicle systems
- Hydrogen fuel cell technology
- PLC troubleshooting
- High-voltage electrical systems
Certifications (Preferred)
- AWS Certified Welder
- Certified in Stainless Steel
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
- Electrical or HVAC Certification
- High Voltage Safety Training
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting at $35/hour and up
- Compensation based on experience, certifications, and technical skill level
- Stable Monday Friday schedule
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge electric and hydrogen transit technology
Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.
Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)
The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
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