Maintenance Technician III

Summit LLC • Frankfort, NY

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About The Position

Summit School Services is hiring a Maintenance Technician III to help keep its school-bus fleet safe, reliable, and ready for routes. The role focuses on preventive maintenance inspections and light-duty repairs that support vehicle uptime, safety, and on-time performance. The technician supports the Maintenance Department and other technicians, documents work performed, and reports additional maintenance needs and unsafe conditions. The position requires safeguarding children and passengers and following the company’s conduct and integrity policies. The stated pay rate is $29.44 per hour; pay and other employment terms may vary by site, market, customer or contract terms, and position.

Requirements

• High school diploma, equivalent education, and/or relevant training and experience.
• At least 1 year of truck or automotive repair experience, verifiable through a prior employer or acceptable documentation such as pay stubs or a W-2.
• Minimum recommended hand tools for a Class III Mechanic.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Valid applicable state license.
• Expected to obtain a valid CDL through the company’s free training program.

Nice To Haves

• Prior fleet experience.
• Familiarity with diesel and gasoline systems.
• CDL.
• ASE certifications or willingness to pursue certification.

Responsibilities

• Support the Maintenance Department and other technicians.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and light-duty repairs.
• Arrange for and obtain appropriate inspections and approvals of major repairs before releasing vehicles.
• Maintain a safe, clean, productive, and efficient work area in compliance with applicable federal, state or provincial, and local guidelines.
• Identify and report additional maintenance or repairs discovered during assigned work, including items requiring a higher qualification level.
• Record time spent, parts used, and repairs and maintenance in the appropriate system.
• Advise the Lead Technician or Supervisor of unsafe conditions or practices and vehicle abuse.
• Follow ethical best practices and demonstrate personal integrity; share concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior with a supervisor or manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Basic life insurance coverage.
• Holiday pay.
• PTO accrual.
• Retirement savings plan enrollment.
• Ongoing training and internal advancement opportunities.
• Complimentary fleet and OEM training, modern diagnostic equipment, and school-bus system training.
• Company CDL training for mechanics.
• ASE training and incentive program.

What This Job Offers

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