Diesel Bus Mechanic Foreman

Academy Bus is seeking a full-time hands-on Diesel Bus Mechanic Foreman supervisor for our Atlanta, GA facility.

In this role you will manage a team of mechanics and cleaning crew, and oversee the operations of a diesel bus maintenance garage. You will be hands-on with repairs and on-going training and development of your team.

Earn $33.00-$42.00 per hour. Pay rate commensurate with experience level.

Responsibilities:

• Train and supervise diesel mechanics and cleaning staff.
• Hands-on maintenance of assigned bus fleet
• Repair, troubleshooting and diagnosis of modern tour bus engines and transmissions
• Reconditioning, preventative and routine maintenance
• Inspections and road tests, respond to road calls
• Warranty and repair documentation
• Diagnosis, inspection, installation, disassembly and cleaning of components such as: Diesel engines, electronic systems/motors/controls, drive line components, tires, bearings, brake systems, seals, radiators, water pumps, coolant hoses, alternators, regulators, steering components, oil/air filters, door assemblies, controls, belts, pneumatic valves, cables, and linkages, radiators, heating, air conditioning, alternators, generators, voltage regulators, suspensions, seating, steering, and glass.
• Supervise maintenance operations and source local vendors as needed
• General welding/fabrication

Requirements:

• 7+ years of diesel engine maintenance
• Must have supervisory experience, Must have own tools
• Proven ability to use hands tools, power tools, hydraulic jacks, pullers, VOA instruments, reamers, vacuum and compression pumps, welding equipment, and testing instruments
• Proficient in the use of diagnostic devices such as: DDEC readers, ATEC readers, SmarTire, schematics, AIC (Freon) recovery and charging equipment
• Basic computer skills
• CDL License with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements required

Health Insurance and Benefits Offered Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life insurance
• Supplemental coverages
• 401K plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Academy is an EEO.