Diesel Mechanic Fleet A Technician - Earn Up To $50/hour - $7,500 Sign On
Company: TransWest
Location: Redmond
Posted on: June 29, 2025
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Job Description:
TransWest is seeking for a Diesel Mechanic Fleet A Technician!
The A-Level Technician is responsible for advanced diagnostics,
major repairs, and proactive maintenance of heavy duty fleet
vehicles. 5 years of maintenance experience working with a variety
of vehicles Compensation: $40.00 - $50.00 / Hour with a $7,500
sign-on bonus 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 Flexible work schedules (4 10's, evenings, weekends and
part-time available) 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. As needed assign work
order to B and C level technicians. Test driving repaired vehicles
to gauge their performance. Running diagnostic tests on diesel
engines and interpreting the results to offer suitable solutions
Maintaining records of parts inventory and serviced vehicles. Other
duties as assigned. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age
5 years of maintenance experience working with a variety of
vehicles; experience with transit buses and motor coaches strongly
preferred 609 (EPA) HVAC Certification Advanced knowledge and
hands-on experience with HD electrical systems, air brakes, and
suspension systems Proficient in the use of diesel engine
diagnostic software, including but not limited to Cummins Insite,
QuickServe, AllData, WABCO, and Bendix High School Diploma or
equivalent required; technical school training preferred Acceptable
Motor Vehicle Record Current/Active DOT Medical Card Must pass
pre-employment DOT drug test Able to communicate proficiently in
English Ability to be flexible in schedule to meet operational
needs. This may require occasionally working outside of regularly
scheduled hours. Must be willing to work in outside environments,
which may include inclement weather Preferred Qualifications:
ASE-Medium-Heavy Truck and ASE-School Certification ASE School and
Transit Buses Certification Powertrain Certification Commercial
Driver’s License (Class A or B) with Passenger (P) endorsement
preferred; CDL training may be provided for qualified Fleet
Technicians TransWest Culture: Come join our close-knit team. We
enjoy having summer BBQ’s, holiday parties, games, contests and so
much more at our bus yards and in the office.
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