Bus Mechanic

Bus Mechanic

Job Description

As a Bus Mechanic, you will have the opportunity to work on buses, performing a range of tasks including diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical systems, conducting minor engine work, handling transmissions, brakes, oil changes, AC units, and bodywork (both inside and outside). You will use hand tools and power drills to repair buses and are responsible for completing visual inspections before and after repairs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical systems on buses.
• Perform minor engine work and handle transmission repairs.
• Conduct brake and oil changes.
• Repair and maintain AC units.
• Complete bodywork inside and outside of buses.
• Utilize hand tools and power drills for repairs.
• Conduct visual inspections on buses before and after work.
• Complete up to 10 job orders per day independently.
• Document completed work and unfinished tasks.

Essential Skills

• 2-5 years of experience working on buses or trucks.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools.
• Experience in performing visual inspections.
• Electrical systems diagnosis experience, particularly with multiplex systems.
• Strong computer and documentation skills.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Franklin Park, IL.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Franklin Park,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.