Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic Job Description Join a tight-knit, non-corporate shop as a Diesel Mechanic, where you will keep motorcoaches and school buses safe, reliable, and ready to serve the community. You will work in a small, collaborative team with a high level of independence and trust, performing a mix of preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work. This role offers a stable, year-round schedule, strong benefits, and a workplace that genuinely supports family and work-life balance. Responsibilities Perform routine and preventative maintenance on motorcoaches and school buses to ensure safe and reliable operation. Diagnose and repair diesel engines, cooling systems, and related mechanical components. Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including wiring, controls, and related components. Service and repair HVAC and A/C systems to maintain passenger comfort and system reliability. Inspect, service, and repair brake systems to meet safety and regulatory standards. Troubleshoot and repair air suspension systems to ensure proper ride quality and vehicle handling. Assist with body repairs and cosmetic damage fixes on buses and motorcoaches as needed. Perform light plumbing work on motorcoach systems as required. Conduct thorough inspections and document all maintenance and repair work performed. Ensure all vehicles meet DOT and safety standards before returning them to service. Collaborate closely with a small team of mechanics to keep the fleet operating efficiently. Support occasional bus route driving when driver coverage is needed, typically about 1.5 hours in the morning and 2.5 hours in the afternoon. Follow shop procedures and safety practices while maintaining a clean and organized work area. Essential Skills Hands-on experience performing maintenance and repairs on diesel-powered vehicles, preferably buses or motorcoaches. Strong knowledge of diesel engines, including diagnostics, repair, and general mechanical work. Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems on commercial vehicles. Experience working with HVAC and A/C systems in automotive or bus applications. Proficiency in inspecting, servicing, and repairing brake systems. Experience working with air suspension systems on heavy vehicles. Capability to perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work in a shop environment. Ability to document repairs accurately and ensure compliance with DOT and safety standards. Comfort working independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a small team. Willingness to occasionally drive bus routes when needed to support operations. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience working in a small or non-corporate shop environment. Familiarity with motorcoach systems, including light plumbing work. Exposure to engine rebuild work, with access to in-shop rebuild experience as a resource. Ability to assist with bodywork and cosmetic repairs on buses and motorcoaches. Personal tools preferred, with assistance available if additional tools are needed. Comfort working in a role that supports schools, kids, and community travel. Why Work Here? You will join a small, supportive shop that values flexibility, family, and work-life balance, offering a stable, year-round role in a steady industry. The schedule provides consistent daytime hours during the school year and a four-day workweek in the summer. Working parents receive additional support through monthly daycare assistance, and the shop's culture emphasizes teamwork, trust, and mutual support. Your contributions will have a visible impact in a three-person team, and your work will directly support schools, kids, and community travel, providing a strong sense of purpose and pride. Work Environment The work environment is a non-corporate, laid-back shop with a team-oriented culture where everyone pitches in when needed. The shop operates with a three-person mechanic team, currently seeking one additional mechanic, and handles a mix of preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work on motorcoaches and school buses. Engine rebuild experience is available within the shop as a resource, and while personal tools are preferred, assistance is available if needed. The schedule follows a Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM shift during the school year, with a Monday-Thursday schedule in the summer. Occasional short bus driving assignments may be part of the day when driver coverage is needed. The environment emphasizes a high level of independence and trust, with work that directly supports schools and community activities. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Fargo, ND. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60320.00 - $74880.00/yr. $29-$36/hour depending on experience 401(k) with company match Health, dental, vision, and life insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Paid time off Employee assistance program Flexible schedule options Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fargo,ND. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.