School Bus Mechanic 

LAUNCH TransTechs is looking for an experienced School Bus Mechanics in Lake Villa, IL to diagnose malfunctions and perform vehicle repairs in accordance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial and local guidelines. 

Shift: 1st 
Pay: $18.15 per hour

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Routine and preventative maintenance on school buses.

• Diagnoses malfunctions and performs 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, in accordance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial and local guidelines and requirements.

• Test-drives vehicles to ensure repair resolved the problem.

• Ensures proper work methods and techniques.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State/Provincial and local regulations, requirements, standards and specifications and company policies.

• Maintain a safe, clean and productive work area.

• Other duties may be assigned

• Qualifications 

•  Minimumof five years Med/Hvy 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 
• Must pass DOT pre-employment physical, drug screen and background checkValid applicable state license (CDL preferred) **Company has a free training program for mechanics.
• ASE Certification desirable but not required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.