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About this Lead Mechanic role at Beacon Mobility

Beacon Mobility · Onsite · Pekin
Alltown Bus Service

Lead mechanic provides lower level technicians guidance in vehicle repair and technical inspection techniques and procedures according to directives, technical manuals, work standards and operational policies.

Responsibility Profile:  

  • Performs mechanical repairs and services to equipment daily. 

  • Performs motor and gear box changes and maintenance. 

  • Contribute to daily start-up and monthly department meetings ensuring thorough communication to associates. 

  • Manage and monitor the performance and efficiency of repair operations. 

  • Actively participate in technical and safety training programs. 

  • Perform computer-related activities as necessary to accomplish tasks, including the work management and project scheduling systems, Computer Aided Design (CAD) programs, e-mail, calendar, and spreadsheets. 

  • Directs Maintenance Mechanics to maintain plant equipment safely and properly with the goal of 100% reliability and minimum downtime for unexpected repairs. 

  • Covers operations and maintenance positions as required. 

  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

Pay range: $30-$40 p/h depending on experience.

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Qualifications 

  • Three (3) years of transportation mechanic experience. 

  • High school diploma. 

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.

Alltown Bus Service and DHT Transportation have been providing school transportation and specialized coach and charter services in Detroit and throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs for over 27 years. Alltown operates a fleet of over 600 buses across six locations, three of which are located on Chicago’s north, west, and south sides.

The size and presence of Alltown and DHT in Detroit and across metro Chicago allows us to provide personal attention to our customers’ individual needs; our motto is “Service Is All We Have to Sell” and we take great pride in having earned the reputation of providing excellent customer service to all of our passengers and customers.

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How this Mechanic salary compares

This role pays $72,800/yr — in line with the typical range for Mechanic roles.

$49,920 median $68,640 $91,884

Typical range $57,200–$80,670/yr, from 3,655 comparable Mechanic listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Mechanic salary insights →

About Beacon Mobility

Why Beacon Mobility We are a family of transportation companies across 25 states, providing Mobility Without Limits. Our focus to show that every ride matters by helping people live, learn, and achieve every day. Who we are Safe, reliable transportation for 100 Years Customized mobility solutions Serving students, patients, and 1,500+ communities Nearly 20,000 employees strong What we do best People First Safety Always School Bus & Special Education Paratransit Non‑Emergency Medical Alternative Student Transportation Why it matters Transportation creates opportunity Mobility builds independence Every Ride Matters

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