Bus Mechanic

TRANSPORTATION DEPT; Glen Mills (Delaware County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GARNET VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT in Glen Mills, PA is seeking a full-time Bus Mechanic to perform maintenance on school buses and related equipment. The role requires a valid CDL with passenger and school bus endorsement, PA state inspections license, and diesel/gas repair experience.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate vehicle maintenance records, using diagnostic tools, and ensuring safety standards per negotiated contract. Starting date Oct 26, 2026; deadline Oct 6, 2026.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid CDL with passenger and school bus endorsement (training provided).
• Previous automotive, light & heavy-duty truck mechanic experience for gas and diesel applications required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair school buses and related equipment.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and testing methods to identify service needs.
• Maintain accurate vehicle maintenance records and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

CDL with school bus endorsement

Automotive & diesel truck repair

Maintenance record keeping

Diagnostic testing methods

Organizational & communication skills

ASE certification (PA preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Bus Mechanic

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Job Details

Job ID: 5935813

Application Deadline: Oct 06, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 26, 2026

Job Description

GARNET VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT

VACANCY NOTICE

September 22, 2026

POSITION: Bus Mechanic

QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold a Valid CDL with passenger and school bus endorsement (training provided)
• Previous experience as an automotive, light & heavy-duty truck mechanic for gas and diesel applications required.
• Commercial vehicle repair & service experience.
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate vehicle maintenance records.
• Ability to utilize computerized diagnostic & manual test methods in identifying service replacement & vehicle/equipment repair needs.
• PA State Inspection license required.
• Automobile Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in PA preferred.
• Have strong organizational, communicative and interpersonal skills.

REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent.

Hours may vary based on transportation department needs.

Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in adverse weather conditions.

Current Act 34 and Act 151 Clearances and Act 114 (FBI) Clearances.

STARTING DATE: On/about October 26, 2026

SALARY: According to the negotiated contract

DEADLINE: October 6, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required