Central Office_Bus Mechanic (Fleet Services) 2026-2027

DeKalb County School District; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District seeks an experienced Bus Mechanic to maintain and repair a fleet of school buses and support vehicles. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspect vehicles, and diagnose mechanical issues to ensure safe operation for daily routes.

The role requires knowledge of diesel engines, electrical systems, and routine maintenance procedures, with strong attention to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Automotive Repair or related field, or HS diploma with cert program and 3–6 years related experience.
• Knowledge of school bus construction materials.
• Electrical systems knowledge for diagnostics.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot diesel engines and buses.
• Knowledge of bus safety policies and local/state regulations.
• Vehicle maintenance records and procedures.
• Operate and repair school buses and other vehicles.
• Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic system skills.
• Read and understand schematics.
• Identify routine maintenance needs.
• Use air and hand tools.
• Problem solving within defined parameters.
• Communication skills (oral, written, interpersonal).
• Follow established procedures.
• Maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on buses to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Repair school buses and address malfunctions for safe operation.
• Service support vehicles, including oil changes and minor repairs.
• Maintain an inventory of hand tools and clean/store tools after use.
• Log maintenance activities and prepare paperwork for repairs.
• Communicate effectively with bus drivers and team members during morning routes.
• Plan maintenance schedules and respond to unexpected breakdowns as needed.
• Manage tools, parts inventory, and vehicle-related records.
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols.

Skills

Diesel engine diagnostics

Vehicle maintenance

Electrical systems

Tool handling

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Reading schematics

Record keeping

Driver license

Education

Associate degree in Automotive Repair or related field

Job description

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Bus Mechanic.

Salary Grade/Schedule: Unified 117

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The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Title: Bus Mechanic

Perform basic skilled tasks to maintain, repair, and overhaul a variety of vehicles and buses, working under moderate supervision to perform technical or skilled trade tasks. Perform duties under moderate supervision as an intermediate-level individual contributor.

Essential Functions

Performs preventative maintenance and regular inspections on buses and supports vehicles to ensure vehicle safety, readiness, and compliance with traffic and ventilation safety regulations.

• Conducts repairs on school buses, addressing malfunctions, assessing damage, and ensuring safe and efficient operation.
• Services support vehicles for everyday use, including performing oil changes and small repairs.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of serviceable technician-provided hand tools as determined by the supervisor and cleans and stores tools promptly after use.
• Acquires necessary information and tools to perform specific duties effectively and maintains automotive/diesel service technician tool chest.
• Logs all maintenance activities and prepares paperwork for all repairs.
• Communicates effectively with customers, team members, and bus drivers during morning route start-ups.
• Documents morning work from route assistance to generate work orders required for restocking truck parts inventory.
• Plans and executes maintenance schedules, responds to unexpected breakdowns or issues, and assists colleagues in vehicle maintenance tasks as needed.
• Maintains accountability for all special tools, part supplies, and equipment issued to the employee, and submits service truck work orders to the parts department for requisition of truck parts inventory used.
• Follows established standard operating procedures and systems to accomplish tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education And/Or Experience

• Associate degree in Automotive Repair or related field or high school diploma with some additional continuing education through a certification program with 3 - 6 years of related experience required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the construction materials used in the manufacture of school buses
• Knowledge of the principles of electricity as it relates to vehicle diagnostics
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues on diesel engines, basic motor vehicles, and school buses
• Knowledge of local and state traffic ordinances, school bus safety policies and procedures, and local and state roads and highways
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance requirements, records, and procedures
• Ability to operate, maintain, and repair a variety of motor vehicles, including school buses
• Ability to use electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to read and understand schematic sheets
• Ability to identify the need for routine vehicle maintenance procedures
• Ability to use air and hand tools
• Ability to solve problems within defined parameters and under clearly established processes
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to follow clearly established procedures
• Ability to maintain records

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Constantly operates and inspects mechanical equipment.
• Constantly positions self to use, inspect, clean or repair tools and machinery.
• Constantly observes details at close range.
• Frequently required to exchange accurate information.
• Frequently remains in a stationary position.
• Frequently moves tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across the facility.
• Frequently operates a motor vehicle safely and legally, in accordance with applicable state and federal transportation laws.
• Occasionally moves tools and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds across the manufacturing floor.
• Occasionally ascends/descends machinery and equipment to repair/service.
• Must have valid driver license and clean driving record.
• Constantly exposed to loud noise levels.
• Constantly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to mechanical oils, vibration and risk of electrical shock.

Reviewed/Revised: 11/13/2025