Diesel Mechanic

District Wide; Bixby (OK); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bixby Public Schools District Wide in Oklahoma is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to maintain District vehicles and keep them safe and dependable. You will report to the Lead Mechanic in the Transportation department and perform repairs on heavy‑duty trucks, buses, and related equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, experience with diesel and gasoline engines, and knowledge of air brake systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, and heavy‑duty trucks and school buses preferred.
• Working knowledge of automotive and heavy‑duty diesel/gasoline engines is required; air brake systems knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Performs repairs and maintenance on District vehicles within established service schedules.
• Diagnoses problems, repairs, overhauls, and replaces external engine parts.
• Inspects, adjusts, repairs and overhauls brakes, differentials and rear assemblies.
• Repairs and replaces seats and seat covers when needed.
• Performs required inspection of all District vehicles.
• Keeps work area clean and free of debris to ensure safety.
• Ability to drive bus routes when requested.
• Adheres to District policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or administrator.

Skills

Diesel engines

Gasoline engines

Air brake systems

Brake systems

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Diesel Mechanic

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Job Details

Job ID: 5245274

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 18, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Title: Diesel Mechanic

Department: Transportation

Reports To: Lead Mechanic

FLSA Designation: Non-exempt

SUMMARY: Maintains District’s vehicles in a safe and dependable operating condition.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs repairs and maintenance on District vehicles within established service schedules.
• Diagnosis problems, repairs, overhauls, and replaces external engine parts, etc.
• Inspects, adjusts, repairs and overhauls brakes, differentials and rear assemblies.
• Repairs and replaces all seats and seat covers when needed.
• Performs required inspection of all District vehicles.
• Keeps work area clean and free of debris that could results in injury to District employees.
• Ability to drive bus routes when requested.
• Adheres to the District’s policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties assigned by supervisor or administrator.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Experience working on gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, and other aspects of heavy-duty trucks, pickups, and automobiles preferred. Must have working knowledge of the standard practices and tools associated with automotive and heavy-duty diesel and/or gasoline engines. Must have working knowledge of air brake systems.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess or obtain a valid Oklahoma Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger and school bus endorsements/air brake qualifications. Must obtain and maintain a State Inspection Certificate.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to pass an annual physical exam and to pass all required drug screenings.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• JON AVEN , Director of Transportation
• District Wide
• Email: [e-mail]