Diesel Technician/Mechanic

Zūm has reimagined student transportation, the nation's largest mass transit system. Our integrated end-to-end cloud-based platform provides a modern service for school districts purpose-built around the needs of kids and the expectations of their families. Zūm provides one seamless, real-time interface for parents, drivers, schools, districts, administrators, and operators, to transport children safely and with increased visibility and personalized care. Our multi-sized vehicle approach includes an electric vehicle-first commitment, reduces student commute times by up to 20%, and coupled with our marketplace, delivers added fleet efficiency and optimization. We have been driving the industry forward since 2015, and with more than 8 million miles completed to date, we are leading a new era of safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions and perform vehicle repairs (e.g. adjust/test steering, electrical, cooling, lubricating, braking systems, drive trains, suspensions, power steering units, clutches, transmissions and oil, temperature, gas regulating components, adjust/test/rebuild engines, etc.) and related assigned duties within qualification level, following all relevant Federal, State/ and local guidelines and requirements
• Test-drive vehicles to ensure repair resolved the problem
• Arrange for and obtain appropriate inspections and approval of all major repairs before the vehicle is released from the maintenance facility
• Maintain a safe, clean, productive, and efficient work area including ensuring the work area complies with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial, and local guidelines and requirements
• Identify and report any additional maintenance and/or repairs found necessary in conducting assigned repairs and maintenance including repairs and maintenance required to be performed by Technicians with a higher qualification level
• Record time spent, parts used and repairs and/or maintenance conducted on the appropriate form
• Perform road calls and on the road repairs as assigned
• Advise Lead Technician of unsafe maintenance conditions or practices and/or vehicle abuse

Qualifications

• Minimum of two to four years medium/heavy truck Fleet mechanic repair experience
• Diagnostic, Electrical, and AC skills are a must
• Technical knowledge of major vehicle systems and diesel equipment is required
• Have previous fleet experience and are familiar with diesel and gasoline systems
• Possess the recommended minimum Hand tools for a Diesel Technician
• Ability to use good judgment and Decision-Making skills
• Valid applicable state license (CDL preferred)
• ASE Certification desirable but not required