Diesel Mechanic - Earn Up To $35 Per Hour - $4,000 Sign On Bonus - Palatine, IL

North America Central is hiring skilled Diesel Mechanics in the Palatine, IL area.
Earn Up To $35 Per Hour

Previous mechanical experience required!

Pay & Incentives

Up to $35.00 per hour

(based on experience)*
$4,000 sign-on bonus *
NACSB certification incentives

– earn up to

$5.00/hour additional pay *
$1,000 boot, tool, and eyeglass allowance

Benefits

401(k) with company match*
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Career advancement opportunities

What You'll Do

Maintain, repair, and overhaul school buses and fleet vehicles in compliance with

FMCSA and DOT standards
Perform inspections, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance
Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines, electrical systems, and mechanical components
Support adoption of

electric vehicle (EV) maintenance practices and technology
Complete tune-ups, wheel alignments, and safety checks
Replace worn parts, perform oil changes, and routine servicing
Test drive vehicles to verify safety and performance
Perform minor bodywork and repainting as needed
Track parts usage, manage inventory, and order supplies
Report safety concerns and implement corrective actions
Mentor junior technicians and support team development
Perform additional duties as assigned

What You Bring

Proven experience in

diesel engine repair and fleet maintenance
Knowledge of

FMCSA and DOT safety regulations
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
Leadership mindset with willingness to train and mentor others
Technical certification (ASE preferred)