Field Service Diesel Mechanic

3 days ago

Peoria, Illinois, United States MIDWEST TRANSIT Full time

Midwest Transit Equipment, Inc seeks a Full Time Field Service Diesel Mechanic for Central Illinois.

Who we are:

For over 50 years, Midwest Transit Equipment has been known for our honesty and integrity in our dealings with both our manufacturers and customers. We take pride in our reputation for offering quality vehicles, exceptional service and affordable prices. We strive to emphasize excellence through our attention to detail and our quality service. We maintain thousands of vehicles at eight locations in five states and over 300 employees committed to providing safe, comfortable and reliable transportation for our customers around the world.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for Field Service Diesel Technician. The Field Service Tech repairs gas and diesel buses and vans. This position requires technical knowledge of light duty truck and medium duty bus maintenance and repair procedures. This position is dispatched from their home and is provided a company truck for work related duties.

Examples of Duties:

  • Services and maintains gasoline and diesel powered buses, light duty truck and medium duty bus. Diagnoses mechanical defects and carries out a preventive maintenance program.
  • Services and makes repairs on equipment such as major and minor overhaul of engines, transmissions, brakes, air compressors, fuel systems, ignitions, valves, HVAC and Wheel Chair Lifts.
  • Services and maintains vehicle air conditioning units
  • Inspects and repairs school buses per DOT requirements.
  • Inspects and repairs complete brake systems.
  • Diagnoses and evaluates welding/cutting needs for both mig and gas.

Requirements:

  • Medium duty bus, mechanical, electrical and hydraulic equipment experience, International Truck/Bus experience preferred
  • Must be ASE or Michigan Heavy Duty Certified
  • Must understand the principles of internal combustion engines.
  • Tools, equipment and materials common to light duty truck and medium duty bus maintenance repair.
  • Knowledge of the provisions of codes and laws relating to pupil transportation i.e. DOT inspections in addition to the safety provisions and practices applicable to vehicle maintenance and repair under both shop and road conditions.

Ability to:

  • Diagnose and perform advanced maintenance and repairs on vehicles, troubleshoot vehicle components.
  • Use standard and specialized tools and garage equipment in addition to reading and interpreting shop and technical data
  • Work with minimal supervision and perform independent tasks based upon general direction.
  • Maintain and establish cooperative working relationships.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental and Vision
  • Company paid for Short & Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Holiday Pay
  • PTO Pay
  • Career Growth

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, military status, order of protection status or unfavorable discharge from military service. We are also proud to be a Drug Free workplace.

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