Bus Mechanic I - Centennial SD

Centennial School District; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Centennial School District in the United States is hiring a Bus Mechanic I to maintain and repair district buses and other vehicles, ensuring the fleet remains in peak operating condition with minimal interruptions to the educational program.

The role is full-time for 12 months and requires 3–5 years of hands-on repair experience; ASE certification with plan to obtain within two years; and a Class A CDL within two years. Safety, accuracy, and thorough recordkeeping are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of repair and maintenance experience on buses, trucks, and other automotive equipment.
• ASE certified; new hires must obtain within two years of hire.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, diagnoses and completes repairs of mechanical defects in school buses, automobiles, trucks and other mechanical equipment; uses testing equipment.
• Provides complete bus and automotive maintenance services including engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, electrical, HVAC, and related systems; performs body and paint work as needed.
• Provides emergency road service and emergency repairs to district vehicles as required.
• Keeps inventory and maintains records of repairs, parts, and time worked; assists in procurement of parts and tools.

Skills

Experience 3-5 yrs

ASE Certified

CDL within 2 yrs

Job description

Bus Mechanic I

Term of Employment: Full-time / 12 Months

Pay Range: $ 30.99 per hour

Full job description is attached for review.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years Prior experience in repair and maintenance of buses, trucks, and other automotive equipment.
• (ASE) Automotive Service Excellence certified. New hires must obtain this certification within two years of their date of hire.
• Required to obtain a Class A CDL within two years of the date of hire

JOB GOAL

• To carry out mechanical maintenance on District buses and other vehicles so that the fleet is kept in a state of operating excellence to ensure vehicles present no problems or interruptions to the educational program. May provide training and monitor work assignments for Bus Mechanic II.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Inspects, diagnoses and completes repairs of mechanical defects in school buses, automobiles, trucks and other mechanical equipment. Completes major engine and other mechanical repair work using computerized and noncomputerized testing equipment.
• Provides complete bus and automotive maintenance services including repairs to engine, transmission, suspension, drive system, hydraulic system, hydraulic and air brakes, steering, emission control and exhaust, electrical, cooling, air conditioning, ignition systems, fuel and air systems. Adjusts and relines brakes, turn drums, installs batteries, wiring, window glass and door handles and greases and services equipment.
• Provides emergency road service and emergency repairs to disabled buses and other district vehicles as required.
• Performs body and paint work on District buses and vehicles. Washes and waxes vehicles.
• Maintains inventory control system including accountability for parts and equipment and the requisitioning of parts and supplies, including waste management. Assists the Director of Transportation in preparing specifications for the purchase of new and replacement equipment. Recommends purchase of needed parts and tools. Maintains mechanical equipment and performs general overhauling.
• Promotes high standards of safety and good housekeeping methods in the operation of the automotive maintenance shop. Cleans tools and work areas to maintain a safe work environment. Uses proper protective equipment such as safety shoes, gloves and goggles as needed.
• Develops and implements an efficient and effective system preparing vehicles for state inspection, including routine automotive and preventive maintenance services for all school buses and district vehicles in accordance with state guidelines. Makes recommendation for subcontracting mechanical services as needed.
• Evaluates, recommends, implements use of new automotive products and maintenance procedures to ensure the cost-effective and efficient operation of the Transportation Department. Successfully completes professional development courses as identified by the Transportation Director.
• Checks work orders and maintains both electronic and hard copy records on automotive maintenance and operation expenses to evaluate operating costs. Prepares automotive maintenance reports as assigned.
• Monitors warranties to ensure that parts and equipment under warranty are serviced as required. Maintains accurate records of repairs made and time worked.
• Checks fuel used in District vehicles and equipment for conformance to local, state and federal standards.
• Test drives various district vehicles when picking up or delivering goods, parts, or repaired items.

Note: All employment is considered provisional for up to 90 days in accordance with Act 168 of 2014, pending receipt of required employment history reviews. Applicants must complete the Act 168 disclosure formand provide information about all current and former employers with whom they have had direct contact with children. Final employment is contingent upon satisfactory review of all clearances and background checks as required by law.