Bus Shop Lead Mechanic & Supervisor

Cleburne Independent School District; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleburne Independent School District Transportation Department is seeking a Lead Bus Mechanic to oversee vehicle mechanics and assistants, performing major repairs with minimal supervision to ensure safety and reliability of district buses. Candidates must hold a Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger and School Bus endorsements; at least 5 years' mechanic experience and strong diesel engine knowledge.

The role requires safety awareness and ability to train junior staff.

Qualifications

• Texas commercial driver's license with P and S endorsement required.
• 5 years' experience as a mechanic in an automotive or school transportation setting.
• Ability to pass DOT alcohol and drug tests and physical examination.
• Advanced knowledge of diesel and fuel engine maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform major and minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on district vehicles with minimal supervision.
• Rebuild or repair major components such as engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical, and cooling systems.
• Estimate time and materials for major repairs and track maintenance records.
• Assign work to mechanics and assistants and inspect completed work for quality.
• Help train mechanics and assistants and supervise daily shop activities.
• Operate buses as needed and substitute as a bus driver when required.

Skills

Diesel maintenance

Diagnostics

Read manuals

Safety compliance

Bus operation

Communication

Education

Texas CDL with P and S endorsement

Job description

Cleburne Independent School District Transportation Department is seeking a Lead Bus Mechanic to oversee vehicle mechanics and assistants, performing major repairs with minimal supervision to ensure safety and reliability of district buses. Candidates must hold a Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger and School Bus endorsements; at least 5 years' mechanic experience and strong diesel engine knowledge.

The role requires safety awareness and ability to train junior staff.