Bus Mechanic/Certified Technician - ACSD - Apply 6/4/2026 - 6/18/2026

Alabaster City Schools; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Alabaster City Schools in Alabama is seeking a Bus Mechanic/CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the transportation department. The ideal candidate will have significant mechanic experience and a valid Alabama Drivers license.

The role involves maintaining, repairing, and reconditioning school vehicles, ensuring safety inspections are conducted, and keeping accurate records. Applicants should be punctual and uphold high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years mechanic experience or three years experience as a mechanics helper.
• Must hold a valid Alabama Drivers license.
• Must successfully maintain an Alabama School Bus Driver Physical Examination or DOT medical exam.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs, and reconditions vehicular equipment.
• Ensures school bus safety inspections are conducted regularly.
• Maintains records as prescribed by ALSDE.

Skills

Mechanic experience

School bus maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Two year certificate from an automotive/diesel college

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Alabaster City Schools

Job Description

JOB TITLE

BUS MECHANIC/CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent.
2. Have a minimum of five years mechanic experience, or three years experience as a mechanics helper in a school bus shop maintaining buses for pupil transportation, or a two year certificate from an automotive/diesel college.
3. Must hold a valid Alabama Drivers license.
4. Must hold or obtain a valid drivers license and school bus license.
5. Must successfully maintain an Alabama School Bus Driver Physical Examination or DOT medical exam.

REPORTS TO: Coordinator of Transportation

JOB GOAL

To contribute to the safe and efficient operation of the Alabaster City Schools transportation department by the repair and maintenance of vehicles.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintains, repairs, and reconditions vehicular equipment.
2. Maintains records as prescribed by ALSDE.
3. Ensures that school bus safety inspections are conducted regularly and documented in accordance with standard and federal law and ALSDE regulations.
4. Maintains an up-to-date inventory of mechanic supplies and equipment in the transportation department.
5. Promote high standards of safety and good housekeeping practices.
6. Be regular and punctual in attendance.
7. Maintain confidentiality of all school system related business.
8. Performs other job related assignments determined by Coordinator of Transportation and Assistant Superintendent of Operations.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policies on evaluation of personnel.

SALARY

Appropriate placement on current salary schedule