Bus Mechanic

New-Braunfels-Independent-School-District; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

New Braunfels Independent School District is hiring a Bus Mechanic to maintain and repair district vehicles. The role requires CDL with appropriate endorsements, Texas Bus Driver Certification, and two years of mechanic experience.

You may also drive a school bus as needed and work with preventive maintenance programs. Candidates should be able to diagnose mechanical issues, operate diagnostic and wheel tools, lift heavy parts, and pass drug/alcohol tests and safety training.

Qualifications

• Two years experience as a mechanic.
• CDL required or with passenger/school bus endorsements.
• Texas Bus Driver Certification required or in process.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs on district vehicles to ensure safety and performance.
• Drive school bus as substitute driver when needed.
• Maintain records of repairs and parts used.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify problems and plan repairs.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and minor bodywork.

Skills

Diagnose problems

Operate equipment

Lift heavy parts

Drug test clearance

Bus safety training

Acceptable driving record

Education

CDL Class B or A w/ endorsements

Texas Bus Driver Certification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Welding equipment

Wheel balancing equipment

Air-powered tools

Job description

Bus Mechanic

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Job Details

Job ID: 5885027
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Sep 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

Primary Purpose

Perform mechanical repairs to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Work on projects as assigned, following established procedures. Drive school bus as a substitute driver when necessary.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

Class B CDL or Class A CDL with Passenger and School Bus Driver Endorsements

Texas Bus Driver Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs with general supervision

Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair

Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts

Ability to pass alcohol and drug test

Ability to pass bus driver physical exam

Ability to pass required bus driver safety training

Acceptable driving record

Ability to operate bus

Experience/Other Requirements

Two years experience as mechanic

Must provide own hand tools to repair a wide variety of vehicles

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Maintenance and Repairs

• Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
• Perform mechanical repairs as needed.
• Ability to complete major repairs.
• Do welding and minor bodywork.
• Diagnose A/C systems
• Diagnose electrical
• Assist the mechanics helper make minor repairs to equipment as part of the preventive maintenance program and provide training for the mechanics helper, when needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including bleeding of air tanks, on shop equipment according to established schedules.

Safety

• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Help keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.

Other

• Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
• Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.
• Work irregular hours as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Automotive diagnostic equipment, wheel balancing equipment, tire repairing equipment, small hand tools, drills, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, welding torch, torque wrench, jacks and lift equipment, school buses and other district vehicles.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts. Exposed to dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline, and diesel fuel.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $22.46 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Peter Girard , Shop Foreman
• Transportation
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]