Bus Mechanic 2026-2027 School Year

Bus Mechanic 2026-2027 School Year

Bus Mechanic 2026-2027 School Year

Qualifications

· Education: High school diploma or GED

· Experience: Diesel engine/bus repair experience

· Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger (P) and air brake (X) endorsements is required

· Skills: Knowledge of diesel mechanics, diagnostics, safety procedures, record-keeping, and manual dexterity

Responsibilities

· A public school bus mechanic diagnoses, maintains, and repairs diesel/gasoline buses and district vehicles, ensuring safety compliance through skilled mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic work, preventative maintenance, road testing, record-keeping, parts management, and sometimes driving or training

· Key responsibilities include skilled repairs (engines, brakes, transmissions), safety inspections, documentation, ordering parts, managing shop tasks, and adhering to state and district regulations for a reliable student transportation fleet

· Maintenance & Repair: Diagnose and fix electrical, hydraulic, engine, transmission, brake, steering, and body issues; perform tune-ups, oil changes, tire repairs, and major overhauls

· Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled preventative maintenance programs for the entire fleet

· Inspections: Conduct thorough safety and compliance inspections to meet state standards

· Record Keeping: Maintain detailed maintenance and repair records, often using computer systems

· Parts & Inventory: Order parts, manage inventory, and requisition supplies

· Road Testing & Service: Road test vehicles to check performance; provide roadside assistance for breakdowns

· Shop Management: May direct other mechanics, maintain a safe shop environment, and assist with snow removal/garage duties

· Driving/Training: May drive buses as a substitute or provide on-the-job training to drivers

· Physical Demands: Involves heavy lifting, working with machinery, and potentially operating vehicles


If interested in being a bus driver or applying for the Bus Mechanic position, please contact Superintendent Sarah Wickliffe or Transportation Director Brian Mannon at 501-344-2707.