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Zūm Services
Zūm Services

Diesel Technician/Mechanic III

Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.
Full-Time
On-site
$22 – $25 per hour

TLDR

Diagnose and repair school buses across steering, electrical, braking, drivetrain, and engine systems, including road calls and major-repair inspections.

About Zūm:

Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility market – the largest segment of the mass mobility industry – Zūm CMX  is transforming a daily source of anxiety and disruption into a reliable, transparent, and efficient mobility experience for students and families. Today, more than 6,500 schools rely on Zūm CMX. Recognized globally for its innovative approach and operational execution, Zūm has been named to Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies, CNBC Disruptor 50 and Changemakers, the World Economic Forum, and the Financial Times’ Fastest Growing Companies lists. Zūm is backed by leading investors including Sequoia Capital, GIC, TPG, and Softbank.

Zūm is adding to our team of passionate people who are transforming student transportation. As a maintenance technician at Zūm, you will help ensure that Zūm's fleet of school buses is kept in safe and optimal operating condition, by determining required repairs and maintenance in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose malfunctions and perform vehicle repairs (e.g. adjust/test steering, electrical, cooling, lubricating, braking systems, drive trains, suspensions, power steering units, clutches, transmissions and oil, temperature, gas regulating components, adjust/test/rebuild engines, etc.) and related assigned duties within qualification level, following all relevant. Federal, State/ and local guidelines and requirements.
  • Test-drive vehicles to ensure repair resolved the problem.
  • Arrange for and obtain appropriate inspections and approval of all major repairs before the vehicle is released from the maintenance facility.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, productive, and efficient work area including ensuring the work area complies with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial, and local guidelines and requirements.
  • Identify and report any additional maintenance and/or repairs found necessary in conducting assigned repairs and maintenance including repairs and maintenance required to be performed by Technicians with a higher qualification level.
  • Record time spent, parts used and repairs and/or maintenance conducted on the appropriate form.
  • Perform road calls and on the road repairs as assigned.
  • Advise Lead Technician of unsafe maintenance conditions or practices and/or vehicle abuse.

    • Qualifications

  • Minimum of two to four years medium/heavy truck Fleet mechanic repair experience.
  • Diagnostic, Electrical, and AC skills are a must.
  • Technical knowledge of major vehicle systems and diesel equipment is required.
  • Have previous fleet experience and are familiar with diesel and gasoline systems.
  • Possess the recommended minimum Hand tools for a Diesel Technician.
  • Ability to use good judgment and Decision-Making skills.
  • Valid applicable state license (CDL required).
  • ASE Certification desirable but not required.

    • Zūm Services, Inc. and all its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    Benefits

    Health Insurance

    Vision

    Paid Time Off

    Holidays

    Wellness Stipend

    Wellness

    Zūm Services
    Zūm Services

    Zūm Services is transforming school transportation by providing innovative, technology-driven solutions to school districts across the U.S. Our services include electric fleet management, proprietary SaaS tools, and a charter platform designed to streamline operations and enhance safety. We're not just improving transport; we're on a mission to electrify and modernize the entire school transportation ecosystem.

    Employees
    51-200 employees
    Industry
    Road & Rail
    Total raised
    $200M raised
    Logistics & Supply Chain Marketplace
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