Shop Diesel Truck & Bus Mechanic

Shop Diesel Truck & Bus Mechanic – $5000 New Hire Bonus

CAMFS is hiring a Shop Diesel Technician II at Cox Automotive Inc. This role supports future growth, performs DOT inspections, preventative maintenance, light repairs, diagnostics, and more.

• Always follow and comply with safe operating practices and procedures.
• Determine parts required for each job and interact with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment; assist in cleanup at the end of each day.
• Apply knowledge from training and experience to perform the job; evaluate technical information.
• Collaborate with Service Writer to assess customer needs and resolve issues.
• Prioritize work activities and manage concurrent tasks.
• Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty, keep commitments and confidentiality.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM), DOT inspections and follow‑up repairs on light, medium, and heavy‑duy vehicles.
• Carry out routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
• Document work in Repair Orders ("RO") and upload photos via Karmak application.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and other documentation.
• Maintain productivity and stick to standard repair times.
• Communicate with Shop Manager for approvals on estimates, purchase orders, and RO findings.
• Perform all work in compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT regulations.
• Participate in all required safety training.
• Maintain shop-assigned service trucks and conduct safety checks and pre/post‑trip inspections.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs on truck equipment (electrical, brake, cooling, starters, alternators, fan clutches, engine electronics, steering, transmissions, clutches, differentials).
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair various truck and bus equipment.
• Assist Shop Diesel Technician I with diagnostics.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Possess a set of hand tools necessary for the job.
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Diesel Technician on medium to heavy‑duy vehicle repair or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bus maintenance experience preferred.
• Participate in and complete all in‑company training.
• Must pass a DOT-regulated pre‑employment background screening and DOT physical.
• A valid DOT medical card with more than four months until expiration may replace DOT physical, otherwise physical required.
• Age 21 years or older due to interstate commerce regulations.
• Safe drivers needed; 3‑year MVR review required; holder of a valid state driver’s license and able to maintain a Driver Qualification File.

• Understand implications of new information for problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods; perform moderately heavy labor.
• Physical endurance for repetitive tasks without tiring.
• Communicate information succinctly and engage effectively with individuals and groups.
• Determine required tools and equipment.
• Accurately judge distances between objects.
• Apply logic and reasoning to evaluate alternatives.

• ASE T8 (PMI) certification.

• ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification
• ASE T4 (Brakes) certification
• ASE T5 (Suspension) certification
• ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification
• ASE T7 (HVAC) certification
• ASE 608/609 certification

• Health, dental, vision insurance starts DAY ONE.
• 401(k) matching starts after 90 days (100% match up to 6% + 2% discretionary contribution).
• Accrual of up to 200 hours of paid time off based on tenure.
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement.
• Adoption/Surrogacy assistance.
• Pet insurance.
• Multiple ERGs, diversity groups, and paid volunteer hours.
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ride sharing, insurance, wellness/fitness incentives, etc.

Hourly base pay $26.06 – $39.13 per hour. Position may qualify for commission and incentive programs.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing