School Bus Mechanic

Transit Team, Inc.
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Location: Richfield, MN
Schedule: Monday-Friday 12:00PM - 8:30PM
Pay: $25–$37/hour + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
At Transit Team, part of Beacon Mobility, we’re proud to keep our communities moving safely every day. We’re looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic who takes pride in their work and wants to be part of a reliable, supportive team.
If you’re ready for steady hours, great pay, and meaningful work, this is the role for you.
What You’ll Do
Perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on school buses
Complete preventive maintenance inspections to keep our fleet safe and road-ready
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and diesel systems
Ensure all repairs meet DOT and safety standards
Work independently while staying connected with the team
💰 What You’ll Get
$25–$37/hour based on experience
$5,000 sign-on bonus
Consistent Monday–Friday schedule (no nights!)
Six paid holidays
Two weeks PTO after one year
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
401(k) with a company match
Yearly pay increases
Employee Assistance Program + more
What You Bring
Experience working on medium-duty diesel vehicles or buses
Ability to work independently and stay organized
Strong commitment to safety and quality work
Valid driver’s license
CDL preferred (or willingness to obtain)
⭐ Bonus Points
Experience with Ford, GM, or fleet vehicles
ASE certifications
Previous school bus or transit fleet experience
ASE Certification Bonus Program
Beacon Mobility offers a paid ASE Certification Program with quarterly bonuses.
Earn $35–$100 per quarter per certification, with total potential earnings up to $7,820 per year.
We cover ASE test and registration fees after test-prep completion.
Bonuses are paid automatically and included in regular paychecks.
Additional $1,000 Blue Seal bonus available at qualifying locations.
Why This Role Matters
You’re not just fixing vehicles—you’re helping ensure students arrive safely to school and back home. Your work directly supports families, communities, and the people who rely on us every day.
Apply Today!
Join a team where your skills are valued, your schedule is stable, and your work truly makes a difference.
Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Transit Team is the largest paratransit provider in the state of Minnesota.
For more than 65 years, we have led the region in providing safe, reliable and exceptional service to the elderly and people with disabilities all across the Twin Cities metropolitan area. It is truly a privilege to provide independence to the passengers we consider family.