Bus Maintenance Assistant — Hands-on Repair

Rice CISD; Altair (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Rice CISD in Altair, Texas seeks a Mechanic Helper to support bus maintenance and repair operations in the Transportation department.

The role assists mechanics with vehicle repairs, tires, fluids, and safety checks, and requires a valid Texas CDL or willingness to obtain one, plus prior experience and the ability to lift heavy parts. Nonexempt, full-time, on-site with occasional irregular hours.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas CDL or willingness to obtain one.
• 1 year experience in minor vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Able to diagnose minor mechanical problems with supervision.
• Able to operate tools and equipment for vehicle repair.
• Capable of lifting heavy parts/equipment.
• Able to pass alcohol and drug testing requirements.
• Able to pass bus driver safety training.
• Cleaner driving record; able to operate a bus.

Responsibilities

• Repair seat surfaces on buses and replace tires, bulbs, and accessories as needed.
• Perform mechanical repairs under supervision of a mechanic.
• Disassemble simple components and clean parts for reassembly.
• Assist mechanics with lifting and maneuvering heavy parts.
• Service vehicles per preventive maintenance schedule; rotate tires; change oil and filters; lubricate parts.
• Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance.
• Inspect, repair, rotate tires, and clean shop areas.
• Perform welding and minor body work as needed.

Skills

Diagnose minor mechanical problems

Operate vehicle repair tools

Lift heavy parts/equipment

Pass alcohol and drug test

Pass bus driver safety training

Operate bus

Education

Valid Texas Class B CDL or willingness to attain

Tools

Wheel balancing equipment

Tire repair equipment

Small hand tools

Drill

Grinder

Torque wrench

Jack and lift equipment

Job description

Rice CISD in Altair, Texas seeks a Mechanic Helper to support bus maintenance and repair operations in the Transportation department.

The role assists mechanics with vehicle repairs, tires, fluids, and safety checks, and requires a valid Texas CDL or willingness to obtain one, plus prior experience and the ability to lift heavy parts. Nonexempt, full-time, on-site with occasional irregular hours.