Bus Mechanic

Metter; Georgia; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Metter Transportation seeks a reliable Bus Mechanic to inspect, maintain, and repair the district's fleet vehicles. You will diagnose issues and perform repairs to keep buses on schedule and safe.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, at least three years as a diesel mechanic, and a Georgia CDL with S and P endorsements obtainable within 60 days. This is a 240-day position with salary based on the Board's scale.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Three years of experience as a diesel mechanic with engine and transmission repair experience.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License with a clean record; ability to obtain Georgia Class B CDL with S and P endorsements within 60 days.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and perform routine physical duties.
• Strong written and oral communication; basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Inspect, evaluate, maintain, and repair district’s fleet vehicles.
• Diagnose vehicle problems and evaluate components and failures.
• Disassemble and rebuild components as required in the repair process.
• Utilize a wide variety of test equipment, standard tools, specialty tools, and reference manuals.
• Conduct visual inspections of vehicles to determine source of mechanical problems.
• Complete paperwork for preventive maintenance records, inspection reports, repair orders, and labor sheets.
• Perform emergency road service and repairs on-site tows defective equipment to maintenance facility for repair.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Vehicle inspection

Computer literacy

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Detail - Bus Mechanic Posted on : 12/12/2025

Job Title: Bus Mechanic

Job Location: Transportation

Category: Classified

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Three years of experience as a diesel mechanic; experience with diesel engine and transmission repair/rebuild.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License and safe driving record; must be able to obtain a valid Georgia Class B Commercial Driver’s License with an S and P Endorsement (must be at least 21 years of age to obtain license) within 60 days/2 months
• Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities; ability to lift a maximum of 75 pounds
• Written and oral communication; mechanical; computer literate

REPORTS TO: Transportation Director

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Inspect, evaluate, maintain, and repair district’s fleet vehicles.
• Diagnose vehicle problems and evaluate components and failures.
• Disassemble and rebuild components as required in the repair process.
• Utilize a wide variety of test equipment, standard tools, specialty tools, and reference manuals.
• Conduct visual inspections of vehicles to determine source of mechanical problems.
• Complete paperwork for preventive maintenance records, inspection reports, repair orders, and labor sheets.
• Perform emergency road service and repairs on-site tows defective equipment to maintenance facility for repair.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

240-day position. Salary based on Board approved salary.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the Transportation Director or designee.