Fleet Maintenance Technician

TransWest Mobility • Seattle, WA

1d • $25 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

TransWest is a transportation company that moves people for work, school, and leisure. They partner with leading companies to create personalized transportation systems and hospitality experiences. At TransWest, you can build a long-term career in fleet maintenance, with opportunities to expand your technical expertise on a diverse fleet of over 700 vehicles across Washington and California. They offer two career pathways: Light & Medium Duty Automotive or Heavy Duty Diesel. The company emphasizes continuous learning through hands-on experience, advanced diagnostics, and emerging vehicle technologies, allowing employees to make an impact by ensuring the safety and reliability of thousands of passengers daily.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Professional experience maintaining and repairing vehicles, or successful completion of a vocational automotive or heavy-duty diesel program, associate's degree in automotive technology, Heavy Duty Diesel, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Placement within the Technician career path is based on experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated competencies: Technician A Tech: 5+ years of professional experience. Technician B Tech: 3+ years of professional experience. Technician C Tech: 2+ years of professional experience or completion of an accredited automotive or diesel technician program.
• Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining electrical, brake, powertrain, steering, suspension, and HVAC systems.
• Experience working on transit buses, motorcoaches, commercial vehicles, or fleet equipment is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency using vehicle diagnostic software and OEM diagnostic tools, like Cummins INSITE, Cummins QuickServe, ALLDATA, WABCO, Allison DOC, Bendix ACom, and Ford IDS.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC). TransWest will cover the cost of certification for qualified candidates.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to support operational needs, including occasional work outside of regularly scheduled hours.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform the physical requirements of the position.

Nice To Haves

• EPA Section 609 HVAC Certification.
• Advanced automotive or heavy-duty diesel training.
• ASE certifications relevant to automotive or heavy-duty diesel repair.
• OEM certifications (Cummins, Allison, Ford, or equivalent).
• Experience working on electric vehicles.
• CDL Class A or B with Passenger endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on motorcoaches, cutaway shuttles, light-duty vehicles, electric vehicles, and other fleet equipment.
• Diagnose, repair, and replace engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, electrical, fuel, and drivetrain components to ensure vehicles operate safely and reliably.
• Review driver defect reports, preventative maintenance schedules, and repair priorities to proactively address fleet concerns, minimize road calls, and maximize vehicle availability.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, labor hours, repair documentation, parts inventory, and fleet maintenance files.
• Utilize OEM diagnostic software, specialized tools, and repair manuals to troubleshoot vehicle systems and determine effective repair solutions.
• Perform road tests, quality inspections, and field service calls as needed to verify repairs and respond to vehicle breakdowns or emergency situations.
• Support the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of onboard vehicle technology, including telematics, Wi-Fi equipment, tablets, cameras, and other fleet systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following TransWest safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Fleet leadership, fellow technicians and Operations to ensure fleet reliability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $2,000 per year tool allowance
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401k with matching
• Holiday pay
• Company provided uniforms and boots with in-house weekly uniform cleaning service
• Paid Time Off with increasing amounts based on your years of service
• Annual loyalty bonus
• Paid CDL training available for qualified candidates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED