Diesel Heavy Equipment Mechanic

AmericanStar is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment/Bus Mechanic. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with a variety of heavy machinery and equipment, with strong diagnostic and repair skills.

Schedule: Full-time, Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; With an on-call rotation; Occasional over-the-road travel.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain buses.
• Perform preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Utilize OEM schematics to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Perform brake repairs, tire services, oil changes, belt replacements, and HVAC maintenance on buses
• Conduct transmissions, air brake, hydraulic, steering, and suspension system repairs and services.
• Operate and road test buses to check repairs and ensure proper functionality.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and services performed.

Requirments

• Proven experience with diesel engine repair
• Familiarity with electrical systems and troubleshooting techniques.
• Must provide your own tools
• Clean DMV record
• CDL or willingness/ability to obtain CDL (training provided for Class B commercial license)
• Pre-employment drug test required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person