DIESEL & BUS MECHANIC

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Duke University is seeking a Diesel & Bus Mechanic to help keep our fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve the campus community. In this hands‑on role, you’ll perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on diesel and gasoline‑powered buses and other fleet equipment—supporting daily operations that keep Duke moving.
You’ll work in a team‑oriented environment, apply your technical expertise across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, and contribute to consistent maintenance standards. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in quality work, values safety, and enjoys solving complex mechanical problems.

At Duke, fleet services play a critical role in supporting academic, clinical, and operational excellence. As a Diesel & Bus Mechanic, you’ll contribute to a culture that values safety, teamwork, and craftsmanship—while benefiting from a collaborative work environment and a competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being and growth. https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/
  Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent, with coursework in skilled crafts or trades
• 4 years of experience in heavy and light automotive repair, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to maintain accurate work orders and maintenance documentation
• Willingness to support inventory tracking and preventive maintenance programs

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with diesel and gasoline‑powered buses or fleet vehicles
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on diesel and gasoline‑powered buses and fleet equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues and implement effective repairs
• Assist with machining parts to meet technical and operational requirements
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, and work orders
• Support inventory management for tools, equipment, and supplies
• Provide guidance and technical support to entry‑level personnel
• Perform additional duties as needed to support fleet operations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees