Diesel Technician/Mechanic

Zum is a student transportation company headquartered in the United States that provides technology-driven school bus and ride services for K-12 students. The company partners with school districts to modernize student transportation through a platform that connects drivers, schools, parents, and students in real time, offering improved safety, visibility, and efficiency compared to traditional school bus operations. Zum emphasizes the use of data and technology to optimize routes and improve the overall transportation experience for families and school administrators. A core part of Zum's mission is accelerating the transition to clean transportation by deploying electric vehicles for student transit. The company has committed to electrifying its fleet and has partnered with school districts and utilities to introduce electric school buses, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving air quality for children and communities. Zum positions itself as a leader in sustainable student mobility, aligning fleet electrification with broader climate goals. What makes Zum unique is its integrated approach combining a managed services model with proprietary technology and a growing electric vehicle fleet. Rather than simply selling software, Zum takes on the full operational responsibility of running transportation programs for school districts, making it easier for districts to transition to greener, more efficient systems without the burden of fleet ownership or logistics management.

About Zūm:

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 preferred)

ASE Certification desirable but not required