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Fleet Mechanic

Student Transportation of America

Lockport, NYFull-time$24–30/hrTracked 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$24–30/hr
Location
Lockport, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

The Fleet Mechanic will perform complex engine, electrical, fuel, brake, and exhaust repairs on large commercial vehicles, conduct preventive maintenance inspections, and provide emergency roadside service. The role follows OEM standards, documents work orders, maintains tools, and may require on‑call service and occasional vehicle operation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Preventative MaintenanceLubricationFluid ChangesBrake AdjustmentsTire RotationEngine RepairElectrical RepairFuel System RepairExhaust RepairDiagnostic InterpretationRoadside ServiceDocumentationTool MaintenanceOn‑Call FlexibilityCDL Operation

Qualifications

Accreditation From School or Certification ProgramWillingness to Obtain a CDLPre‑Employment ScreeningsComplete All Training Requirements2+ Years Experience as Diesel Mechanic or Mechanic

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Rate: $24 USD per hour

Description

Come join our team! As a Fleet Mechanic, you will perform complex operations including engine, electrical, fuel, brake, and exhaust repairs on large commercial vehicles. Following OEM and other standards, you will perform thorough preventive maintenance inspections, along with roadside and emergency service repairs, among other duties. Candidates must have accreditation from a school or certification program, proven experience, and be able to pass a background check. Read more to apply!

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Location: 5355 Junction Road Lockport, NY 14094

Hours: 40 Hours (Opportunity for overtime)

Pay Range: $24-$30 Depending on experience.

What we offer:

  • Health, Life, Dental, Vision

  • 401K (Matching)

  • Annual Boot Allowance

  • Monthly Tool Allowance

Responsibilities:

  • Perform thorough, accurate preventative maintenance inspections.

  • Following schedules, complete all required maintenance operations including lubrication, fluid changes, brake adjustments, and tire rotation.

  • With direction from the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, performs unscheduled maintenance as needed.

  • Performs complex operations including engine, electrical, fuel, brake, and exhaust repairs and field tests. This requires interpreting and working from drawings, specifications, and other technical materials.

  • Perform emergency roadside services as needed.

  • Inspection of equipment and diagnose mechanical defects.

  • Document repairs and parts on work orders completely and accurately

  • Maintain tools and workplaces so that conditions are neat and orderly.

  • Performs other duties as required.

  • Emergency conditions may require on call service calls, extended hours, or weekend work flexibility.

  • May, on occasion, be required to drive vans, buses, and vehicles to perform road tests etc.

  • Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

2+ year(s) experience as diesel mechanic or mechanic preferred.Accreditation from a school or certification program preferred.Complete all training requirements.Pre-employment screenings.Willingness to obtain a CDL (Training provided)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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