Maintenance Technician II

As a Fleet Tech II supporting a school bus fleet, you'll diagnose and repair medium/heavy vehicles that move students safely every day. You'll work across yellow-bus systems-preventive maintenance, air and hydraulic braking, steering/suspension, electrical/charging, HVAC, drivetrains/transmissions, and DVIR/state inspection readiness-balancing quality repairs with uptime so routes leave on time. You'll work with the Lead Technician or Maintenance Supervisor to identify and complete maintenance. Duties & Responsibilities • Diagnose and repair automotive and diesel systems - including brakes, steering, suspension, drivetrains, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems - according to skill level. • Perform engine adjustments, rebuilds, and test drives to verify quality repairs. • Complete required safety inspections and repair sign-offs before releasing vehicles. • Keep a safe, organized, and compliant workspace following all Federal, State, and local standards. • Identify and report additional service needs or complex issues requiring advanced support. • Accurately log labor hours, parts used, and completed work in the maintenance system. • Notify leadership of unsafe conditions, equipment misuse, or vehicle abuse immediately. • Respond to road calls and perform mobile repairs when needed. • Model professionalism, teamwork, and integrity in every task. • Other duties as assigned. 39.50 per hour Qualifications Qualifications • Experience: Minimum three (3) years of light/medium/heavy-duty mechanic repair experience. o Experience must beverifiable via prior employer or acceptable documentation (e.g., pay stubs, W-2, etc.). • Proficient with diagnostic equipment to identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and A/C issues. • Technical knowledge of major vehicle systems; diesel equipment experience required (gasoline systems familiarity a plus). • Prior fleet or dealership experience; familiar with both diesel and gasoline systems. • Possess the recommended minimum hand tools for a Diesel/Gas Technician. • Sound judgment and decision-making skills. • High school graduate or equivalent education and/or training and experience. • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. • Valid applicable state license (CDL preferred). Company has a free training program for Technicians, and you will be expected to obtain a valid CDL. • ASE Certification desirable but not required. Why work with Summit • Purpose with impact: Your expertise keeps students and communities moving-safely and reliably every school day. • Professional development: Build your career with ongoing training and internal advancement opportunities. • Training & tools: Access to industry leading complimentary fleet/OEM training, modern diagnostic equipment, and school-bus system training • CDL & ASE support: CDL preferred-company training available for mechanics; Industry Leading ASE Training & Incentive program. • Modern fleet focus: Predictable preventive maintenance (PM) cycles, and a safety-first culture tailored to pupil transportation. Robust telematics platform. We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Additionally, employees are able to enroll in a retirement savings plan. The pay rate range, along with most all of the other terms and conditions of employment, vary between different sites, geographical markets, customer/ contractual terms and positions.