Head Mechanic

Tri-Valley Bus Garage; Dresden (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-Valley Local School District is seeking a Head Mechanic in Dresden, Ohio to lead the district's vehicle maintenance program for buses and other district vehicles. You will ensure safety, perform inspections, and guide drivers to prevent breakdowns.

The role requires a CDL with school bus endorsement, strong maintenance skills, and the ability to work under district policies. The position is full-time with on-site requirements and offers growth within the transportation department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Commercial vehicle maintenance knowledge.
• Able to obtain CDL school bus endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Manages ongoing vehicle maintenance program for the district.
• Keeps transportation supervisor informed about issues and regulations.
• Learns operating and maintenance procedures for district vehicles.
• Inspects, services, repairs and performs preventive maintenance.
• Coordinates with outside contractors and maintains repair logs.

Skills

CDL endorsement

Safety compliance

Recordkeeping

Driver training

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Trade School preferred

Job description

Job Description

TRI-VALLEY LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

HEAD MECHANIC

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Job Objectives: Provides technical expertise and manual skill in the inspection, servicing, and repair of district vehicles.

Note: Substitute driving duties may be assigned (see bus driver job description for additional information).

Minimum · High school diploma. Post-secondary training or equivalent work experience in

Qualifications: commercial vehicle maintenance procedures is required.

• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Owns a standard set of mechanics tools.
• Ability to interpret and comply with safety regulations and environmental laws.
• Bookkeeping skill and the ability to compute mathematical data accurately.
• Effective presentation skills and ability to train drivers.
• Holds or is qualified to obtain a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a school bus endorsement. Meets all prerequisite and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the district’s insurance carrier.
• Meets all bus driver minimum qualifications when physically qualified.
• Available to respond to service emergencies.

Responsibilities The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable

and Essential accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to

Functions: perform essential functions.

• Manages the district’s ongoing vehicle maintenance program. Keeps current with local, state, and federal school bus regulations revisions. Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about emerging issues.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Supports parent/community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Learns the operating and maintenance procedures for all district vehicles.
• Monitors and complies with safety regulations and environmental laws.
• Maintains an inventory of essential supplies needed to maintain fleet readiness.
• Inspects, services, repairs and/or rebuilds equipment. Performs preventive maintenance activities (e.g., changes oil, replaces filters, lubricates fittings, etc.).
• Teaches bus drivers how to recognize problems before they result in an equipment malfunction. Encourages drivers to ask questions and offer suggestions.
• Inspects and tests vehicles to ensure safety. Reports irregularities and equipment abuse to the transportation supervisor.
• Makes road calls when vehicles become disabled.
• Secures and evaluates work performed by outside contractors.
• Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about work progress. Maintains repair logs, safety inspection records, etc. Itemizes repair costs for each vehicle. Approves invoices for payment. Ensures that reports are submitted on time.
• Recommends procedures to effectively deal with emergency repairs.
• Coordinates and participates in Ohio State Highway Patrol annual bus inspections.
• Helps the transportation supervisor develop short/long-range maintenance plans.
• Prepares an annual equipment inventory.

Abilities The following characteristics and physical skills are important for the successful

Required: performance of assigned duties.

• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Performs prescribed activities efficiently with limited supervision.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Completes paperwork accurately. Verifies and correctly enters data.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Supervisory Under the direction of the transportation supervisor: plans work assignments, provides

Responsibility: instructions, and monitors assigned staff. Promotes teamwork and helps staff as needed to successfully accomplish delegated duties.

Working Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on

Conditions: circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.

• Duties may require balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, standing, working at various heights, and in confined spaces.
• Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Duties may require working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Duties may require wearing protective clothing and using safety equipment.
• Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Potential for exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Potential for exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors.
• Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Potential for interaction with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.

Performance Job performance is evaluated according to negotiated agreements and policy provisions

Evaluation: adopted by the Tri-Valley Local School District Board of Education.

The Tri-Valley Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability. Employees shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district. This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events. Revised: 8/03

Head Mechanic

TRI-VALLEY LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Tri-Valley Bus Garage - Dresden, Ohio

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Job Details

Job ID: 5947697

Application Deadline: Oct 14, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Todd Stoffer , Director of Operations
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]