Bus Fleet Maintenance Assistant - Service & Safety

Educational-Service-District-112; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Service District 112 seeks an Assistant Bus Fleet Technician/Mechanic to perform mechanical service and maintenance of school buses and related equipment. This full-time role reports to the Specialized Transportation Director and emphasizes preventative maintenance and safety inspections.

Responsibilities include oil changes, brake work, tune-ups, and repairs using diagnostic equipment. Occasional bus route driving and detailed fleet records are also required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of automotive repair and maintenance experience.
• Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and regular school bus safety inspections.
• Change oil and filters, adjust brakes, lubricate chassis, wheel bearing and other assemblies.
• Communicate effectively with staff.
• Perform general tune-ups utilizing diagnostic equipment.
• Repair and replace seats, latches, and other body components and assemblies.
• Operate battery chargers, compression gauges, hoists, jacks, pumps, compressors, air tools, presses, air wrenches and other shop tools, equipment and machines require for performing repair and maintenance of motor vehicles.
• Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Produce and maintain accurate and detailed records of fleet maintenance and service work.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop and parts room.
• May be required to drive bus routes on occasion.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Skills

Automotive repair

Tool handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Educational Service District 112 seeks an Assistant Bus Fleet Technician/Mechanic to perform mechanical service and maintenance of school buses and related equipment. This full-time role reports to the Specialized Transportation Director and emphasizes preventative maintenance and safety inspections.

Responsibilities include oil changes, brake work, tune-ups, and repairs using diagnostic equipment. Occasional bus route driving and detailed fleet records are also required.