Diesel Mechanic - Earn Up To $37 Per Hour - Charleston, IL

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

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