Diesel Fleet Systems & Telematics Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Keep students moving. Keep the fleet unstoppable.

Join Zūm as the hands-on expert who ensures every bus and truck meets exacting safety and DOT standards. Your workmanship turns complex faults into first-time fixes, from powertrain overhauls to electrical diagnostics and telematics integrations.

Your impact

You’ll safeguard reliability for the communities we serve by pairing methodical diagnostics with diligent documentation and an unwavering safety mindset.

Core responsibilities Diagnosis and repair

• Troubleshoot and repair systems across steering and steering systems, electrical, cooling, lubrication, braking, drivetrains, suspensions, clutches, transmissions, and oil/temperature/gas regulating components.
• Adjust, test, and rebuild engines and perform related duties in accordance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial, and local guidelines.
• Perform test drives during PM inspections to assess driver-reported concerns, and complete post-repair road tests to verify successful service.
• Install, program, replace, and validate telematics equipment performance.

Maintenance operations

• Carry out preventive maintenance for vehicles supported by this facility.
• Complete unscheduled repairs to return vehicles to service quickly.
• Respond to road calls; execute on-the-road repairs as assigned.
• Document time, parts, and maintenance/repairs on the work tablet and/or authorized forms.

Safety and compliance

• Uphold a safe, clean, and efficient work area that complies with Federal, State/Provincial, and local rules, and company housekeeping and safety requirements.
• Operate strictly within scope and maintain DOT compliance in all tasks.
• Work assigned shift and support overtime when required.

What sets you up for success

You’re a methodical problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic environment. You’re as confident rebuilding an engine as you are tracing a stubborn electrical fault. You keep tools organized, paperwork complete, and every repair up to professional standards.

Qualifications Basic

• 5 years of diesel fleet experience in heavy/medium-duty environments.
• At least 5 years of Auto/Truck or Bus mechanical repair background.
• Experience working within applicable DOT compliance for medium/heavy trucks.
• Proficiency with fleet management software and digital documentation.
• Possession of recommended minimum hand tools for Medium/Heavy-Duty Diesel Technicians.
• Advanced skill with computerized diagnostic tools.
• Proven judgment and decision-making ability.
• Experience planning and scheduling maintenance (daily, weekly, monthly).
• Willing to work flexible schedules.

Preferred

• CDL license (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• ASE certifications in brakes, suspension, engine, electrical, A/C; or Master School Bus and/or Master Truck Technician.

Our commitment

Zūm Services, Inc. and all its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.