Diesel Mechanic - Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
North America Central School Bus
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- Pay
- $35
- an hour
- Location
- Marion, IL
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Contractor, Temporary
- Posted
- Nov 4
- 1 day ago
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About the company
North America Central School Bus
Transportation/trucking/railroad · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
What you'll do
- Maintain, repair, and overhaul school buses and fleet vehicles per FMCSA guidelines
- Perform inspections, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance
- Tune engines, align wheels, and maintain electrical systems to meet DOT standards
- Replace worn parts, change filters, and perform oiling/greasing
- Test drive vehicles post-repair to ensure safety and performance
- Track parts usage, manage inventory, and order supplies
- Report safety concerns and corrective actions
- Mentor junior technicians and assist where needed
What you need
- Experience in diesel engine repair and vehicle maintenance
- Familiarity with FMCSA and DOT safety standards
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
- Leadership skills and willingness to train others
- Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire
- Technical certification or ASE (preferred)
Key skills
diesel engine repairvehicle maintenanceFMCSADOT safety standardssound judgmentLeadership skillsTechnical certificationASECDL Operator’s license
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Perks
- Sign-on Bonus
- boot, tool and eyeglass allowance
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off & holidays
- Career growth opportunities
- Supportive, team-oriented environment
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Join a team that keeps our community moving! We’re hiring a
Diesel Technician
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to maintain and repair school buses and company vehicles. If you're experienced, safety-focused, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
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Competitive pay: Up to $35 per hour (based on experience and certifications) *
✅ $2,000 Sign-on Bonus*
✅ $Up to $750 boot, tool and eyeglass allowance (See location for details)
✅ 401(k) with company match*
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Health, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid time off & holidays
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Career growth opportunities
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Supportive, team-oriented environment
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Reward yourself:
NACSB Certification Incentives (Up to $5.00 per hour bonus - see location for details)
What You’ll Do:
Maintain, repair, and overhaul school buses and fleet vehicles per FMCSA guidelines.
Champion the adoption of cutting-edge EV maintenance practices and technology.
Perform inspections, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance.
Tune engines, align wheels, and maintain electrical systems to meet DOT standards.
Replace worn parts, change filters, and perform oiling/greasing.
Test drive vehicles post-repair to ensure safety and performance.
Conduct minor bodywork and repainting as needed.
Track parts usage, manage inventory, and order supplies.
Report safety concerns and corrective actions.
Mentor junior technicians and assist where needed
Perform other duties as assigned
What You Bring:
Experience in diesel engine repair and vehicle maintenance.
Familiarity with FMCSA and DOT safety standards.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Leadership skills and willingness to train others.
Technical certification or ASE preferred
Must possess or be able to acquire CDL Operator’s license (Class B) with P endorsement within 60 days of hire (training provided).
Apply Now
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Submit your application to wrenchayellowbus.com
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
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