Bus Mechanic - Transportation

Transportation; Lawrence (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren Intermediate School District Transportation is seeking a Bus Mechanic in Lawrence, Michigan to maintain school buses and district vehicles in safe, compliant condition. Immediate start date; regular hours and employment within the master agreement.

The successful candidate will perform diagnostics, engine and brake work, electrical, and preventive maintenance, with training provided for state certifications and CDL endorsements.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Michigan mechanic certification required within one year.
• CDL B with PS endorsement required within training period.
• Two years hands-on auto/bus/truck mechanic experience.
• Physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly vehicle inspections.
• Make service calls to buses utilized by the VBISD program.
• Attend workshops, schools and meetings as directed by the Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate vehicle information records for each vehicle and accurate time accounts of work performed.
• Complete all required paperwork daily.
• Cooperate with other staff and administrators.
• Use protective equipment as required and provided by the District.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations and machinery safety guards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Regular and reliable, in person attendance.

Skills

Diagnose vehicle problems

Gas and diesel engine repairs

Automatic transmission

Rear-end assemblies

Front-end work

Brakes

Electrical systems

Heating and cooling systems

Engine tune-up

Carburetors

Body work

Adaptive equipment repair

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State of Michigan Mechanic Certification

CDL B with PS Endorsement

Tools

State of Michigan Mechanic Certification

CDL B with PS Endorsement

Job description

Bus Mechanic - Transportation

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Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Goal(s):

The primary job goal of the Bus Mechanic is to maintain school system vehicles in a safe operating condition so as not to interrupt service and in accordance with District, State, and Federal requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education :

High school diploma or equivalent required

Certification :

State of Michigan Mechanic Certification must be able to obtain (training will be provided)

CDL B with PS endorsement must be able obtain and maintain (training will be provided)

Must obtain State of Michigan mechanic certification in heavy trucks and buses within one year of employment

Work Experience :

Two years of hands‑on working experience as an auto, bus, or truck mechanic required

Skills :

• Ability to diagnose vehicle problems and make decisions for correction to eliminate problems
• Ability to work in the following areas: gas and diesel engine repairs, automatic transmission, rear‑end assemblies, front‑end work, brakes (air/hydraulic), electrical systems, heating and cooling systems, engine tune‑up (gas/diesel), carburetors, body work, and fabric and repair orthopedic adaptive equipment.
• Capable of lifting up to 75 lbs and position equipment

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform monthly vehicle inspections.
• Make service calls to buses utilized by the VBISD program.
• Attend workshops, schools and meetings as directed by the Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate vehicle information records for each vehicle and accurate time accounts of work performed .
• Complete all required paperwork daily.
• Cooperate with other staff and administrators.
• Use protective equipment as required and provided by the District.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations and machinery safety guards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Regular and reliable, in person attendance.
• Valid driver's license required.

Terms of Employment : As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.

Position is open until filled.

Position Type: Regular

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Van Buren HR
• 490 South Paw Paw St.
• Lawrence, Michigan 49064
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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