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Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic

Leonardo, NJ

Academy Busis seeking a full-time Diesel Bus Mechanic for the Night Shift at our Leonardo, NJ location. $2500 Sign On Bonus. $28-$33 per hour depending on level/experience. Night Shift 6:00pm - 4 ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$27/hr

Class B Diesel Bus Mechanic or Class A Diesel Bus Mechanic * Repair, troubleshooting and diagnosis of modern tour buses * Reconditioning, preventative and routine maintenance * Inspections and road ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic

Leonardo, NJ · On-site

Academy Bus is seeking a full-time Diesel Bus Mechanic for the Night Shift at our Leonardo, NJ location. $2500 Sign On Bonus. $28-$33 per hour depending on level/experience. Night Shift 6:00pm - 4 ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic

Richmond, VA · On-site

$34 - $42/hr

Academy Bus is seeking a full-time Diesel Bus Mechanic (Class A) for our Richmond, VA location. $2500 Sign On Bonus. Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends. Pay ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$27 - $39/hr

Class B Diesel Bus Mechanic or Class A Diesel Bus Mechanic * Repair, troubleshooting and diagnosis of modern tour buses * Reconditioning, preventative and routine maintenance * Inspections and road ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic

Richmond, VA · On-site

$34 - $42/hr

Academy Busis seeking a full-time Diesel Bus Mechanic (Class A) for our Richmond, VA location. $2500 Sign On Bonus. Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends. Pay ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic (Class B)

Perth Amboy, NJ · On-site

$29 - $34/hr

Academy Bus is seeking an experienced Class B Diesel Bus Mechanic for our Perth Amboy, NJ location. $2500 Sign On Bonus! Must have experience working on Van Hool, Temsa, and Prevost Buses. Familiar ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic (Class B)

Perth Amboy, NJ · On-site

$29 - $34/hr

Academy Bus is seeking an experienced Class B Diesel Bus Mechanic for our Perth Amboy, NJ location. $2500 Sign On Bonus! Must have experience working on Van Hool, Temsa, and Prevost Buses. Familiar ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic (Class B)

Perth Amboy, NJ · On-site

$29 - $34/hr

Academy Bus is seeking an experienced Class B Diesel Bus Mechanic for our Perth Amboy, NJ location. $2500 Sign On Bonus! Must have experience working on Van Hool, Temsa, and Prevost Buses. Familiar ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Mechanic

Winter Garden, FL · On-site

$27/hr

Academy Bus is seeking a full-time Bus Mechanic Level A/B for our Winter Garden, FL location. $2500 ... Class B Diesel Bus Mechanic or Class A Diesel Bus Mechanic * Repair, troubleshooting and diagnosis ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Mechanic

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$29/hr

Academy Bus is seeking full-time Bus Mechanics Level A & B for our Baltimore, MD location. $2500 ... Responsibilities: Class B Diesel Bus Mechanic or Class A Diesel Bus Mechanic * Repair ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Mechanic

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$29/hr

Class B Diesel Bus Mechanic or Class A Diesel Bus Mechanic * Repair, troubleshooting and diagnosis of modern tour buses * Reconditioning, preventative and routine maintenance * Inspections and road ...

Academy Bus

Class A-Senior Bus Mechanic

Clearwater, FL

$28 - $35/hr

Class A Diesel Bus Mechanic * Repair, troubleshooting and diagnosis of modern tour buses * Reconditioning, preventative and routine maintenance * Inspections and road tests * Warranty and repair ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic Foreman

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$33 - $42/hr

Academy Busis seeking a full-timehands-on Diesel Bus Mechanic Foreman supervisor for our Atlanta, GA facility. In this role you will manage a team of mechanics and cleaning crew, and oversee the ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Mechanic

Winter Garden, FL

$27/hr

Class B Diesel Bus Mechanic or Class A Diesel Bus Mechanic * Repair, troubleshooting and diagnosis of modern tour buses * Reconditioning, preventative and routine maintenance * Inspections and road ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic Foreman

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$21.75 - $28.50/hr

Academy Bus is seeking a full-time hands-on Diesel Bus Mechanic Foreman supervisor for our Atlanta, GA facility. In this role you will manage a team of mechanics and cleaning crew, and oversee the ...

Academy Bus

Class A-Senior Bus Mechanic

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Class A Diesel Bus Mechanic * Repair, troubleshooting and diagnosis of modern tour buses * Reconditioning, preventative and routine maintenance * Inspections and road tests * Warranty and repair ...

Academy Bus

Diesel Bus Mechanic (Class C)

Keasbey, NJ

$23 - $28/hr

Diesel Bus Mechanic (Class C) Academy Bus is seeking a full-time Class C Diesel Mechanic for our Perth Amboy, NJ location. $2500 Sign On Bonus! Pay rate is $23.00-$28.00 per hour. Pay rate ...

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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for locum diesel bus mechanic in the United States is $28.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Locum Diesel Bus Mechanic vs Diesel Bus Technician?

AspectLocum Diesel Bus MechanicDiesel Bus Technician
CertificationsASE certifications, diesel engine certificationsASE certifications, diesel engine certifications
Work EnvironmentTemporary assignments, various locationsFull-time employment, fixed location
Employer & Industry UsageStaffing agencies, fleet operatorsTransit agencies, bus companies
Search & Comparison IntentTemporary, freelance, or short-term workPermanent or long-term employment

The main difference between a Locum Diesel Bus Mechanic and a Diesel Bus Technician lies in employment type and work arrangement. A Locum Diesel Bus Mechanic works on temporary assignments across various locations, often through staffing agencies, while a Diesel Bus Technician typically holds a permanent position with a specific employer. Both roles require similar certifications and skills, but their work settings and job stability differ.

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Diesel Bus Mechanic

Diesel Bus Mechanic

Academy Bus

Leonardo, NJ

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Academy Bus rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 18 rated coach operators

Job description

Academy Busis seeking a full-time Diesel Bus Mechanic for the Night Shift at our Leonardo, NJ location. $2500 Sign On Bonus. 

$28-$33 per hour depending on level/experience.

Night Shift 6:00pm - 4:30am

Responsibilities: Class B Diesel Bus Mechanic 

  • Repair, troubleshooting and diagnosis of modern tour buses
  • Reconditioning, preventative and routine maintenance
  • Inspections and road tests
  • Warranty and repair documentation
  • Diagnosis, inspection, installation, disassembly andcleaning of components such as:brakes, suspension, tires,bearings, seals, radiators, water pumps, coolant hoses, alternators, regulators, steering components, oil/air filters, door assemblies, controls, seats, belts, electric motors, pneumatic valves, cables, and linkages.
  • Respond to road calls
  • Basic welding/fabrication
  • Class B Mechanics will assistALevelMechanics with skilled workand train/supervise C Level Mechanics

Requirements:Diesel Bus Mechanic

  • 4-7yearsofdiesel engine maintenance
  • Proven ability to use hands tools, power tools, hydraulic jacks, welding equipment,and testing instruments
  • Must have own tools
  • Valid driver's license
  • Basic computer skills
  • CDL License with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement is a plus but not required, willingness to obtain a CDL License is also desirable.

Health Insurance and Benefits Offered Include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription and Life insurance
  • Supplemental coverages
  • 401K plan
  • Paid time off and holiday pay

Academy is an EEO.

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