Part-Time Fleet Mechanic Technician

Job Description

Job Description

About TransWest:  We move people. We help them get to work, school, or play. From A to B, and everything in between. By shuttle, bus, charter or valet, we find creative ways to move people, business, and communities forward. We partner with some of the world's leading companies to create personalized transportation systems and hospitality experiences. We go above and beyond to remove stress in all interactions and make things a little easier for all we serve.

A Technician is responsible for advanced diagnostics, major repairs, and proactive maintenance of fleet vehicles. Working closely with fellow technicians and Operations, this role ensures vehicle reliability through accurate scheduling, field repairs, and timely change-outs. Minimizing service disruptions and supporting safe, efficient transportation for staff and clients.

This is a part-time, 20 hour a week role.

Compensation:

• A Tech $40.00 - $50.00 / Hour with a $7,500 sign-on bonus
• B Tech $30.00 - $40.00 / Hour with a $7,500 sign-on bonus
• C Tech $25.00 - $35.00 / 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

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.
• Test driving repaired vehicles to gauge their performance.
• Running diagnostic tests on diesel and gas engines and interpreting the results to offer suitable solutions.
• Maintaining records of parts inventory and serviced vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be 21+ years old
• 3+ years of vehicle maintenance experience (transit buses or motor coaches preferred)
• Experience using diagnostic tools (e.g., Cummins Insite, QuickServe, AllData, WABCO, Bendix)
• High school diploma or equivalent (technical training preferred)
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Current DOT Medical Card or able to obtain one
• Ability to pass a pre-employment DOT drug test
• Able to communicate effectively in English
• Flexible schedule, including occasional overtime
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Employment contingent on background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electric vehicle experience is a plus
• ASE Certifications (Medium/Heavy Truck or School/Transit Bus)
• Powertrain Certification
• EPA 609 HVAC Certification
• CDL (Class A or B) with Passenger endorsement
• CDL training available for qualified candidates

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:  At TransWest, we pride ourselves on building a diverse workforce and collaborative spaces where people of different lived experiences, backgrounds, abilities, and identities can thrive. Everyone on the team at TransWest emphasizes and practices our core values every day that are based on continued growth, reliability, safety, caring for our work, clients, and each other. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is an evolving area where we will continue to listen and learn from our team members, business partners, community partners, and thought leaders to optimize our impact.

Company Description We move people. We help them get to work, school, or play. From A to B, and everything in between. By shuttle, bus, charter or valet, we find creative ways to move people, business, and communities forward. We partner with some of the world's leading companies to create personalized transportation systems and hospitality experiences. We go above and beyond to remove stress in all interactions and make things a little easier for all we serve.

Company Description

We move people. We help them get to work, school, or play. From A to B, and everything in between. By shuttle, bus, charter or valet, we find creative ways to move people, business, and communities forward. We partner with some of the world's leading companies to create personalized transportation systems and hospitality experiences. We go above and beyond to remove stress in all interactions and make things a little easier for all we serve.