About this position
North America Central is hiring skilled Diesel Mechanics in the Charleston, IL area.
Earn Up To $37 Per Hour
Previous mechanical experience required!
Pay & Incentives
- Up to $37.00 per hour (based on experience and certifications)
- NASCB / ASE certification incentives – earn up to $5.00 extra per hour*
- $2,000 sign-on bonus*
- $1,000 boot, tool, and eyeglass allowance*
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match*
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
What You’ll Do
- Maintain, repair, and overhaul school buses and fleet vehicles in compliance with FMCSA and DOT standards
- Perform inspections, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance
- Troubleshoot diesel engines, electrical systems, and mechanical components
- Support and adopt EV maintenance practices and new technology
- Complete tune-ups, wheel alignments, and safety inspections
- Replace worn parts, change filters, and perform routine servicing
- Test drive vehicles to confirm safety and performance
- Perform minor bodywork and repainting as needed
- Track parts usage, manage inventory, and order supplies
- Identify and report safety concerns with corrective actions
- Mentor junior technicians and support team development
- Perform additional duties as assigned
What You Need
- Experience in diesel engine repair and vehicle maintenance.
- Familiarity with FMCSA and DOT safety standards.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
- Leadership skills and willingness to train others.
- Technical certification or ASE preferred
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Work in a shop/garage, bus yard, and occasional road calls
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform physical tasks (bending, crouching, climbing)
- Use of hand and power tools daily
- Must pass DOT physical and comply with a drug-free workplace
Location and commute
667 Windsor Rd, Charleston, IL 61920.
Plan your route with Google Maps. Travel times and transportation options vary; confirm the work location with the employer before commuting.
How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3267300792.