Lead Fleet Mechanic for School Buses and Heavy Vehicles

DS Bus Lines Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Mobility seeks a Lead Mechanic to oversee the maintenance and repair of school buses and district vehicles, providing day-to-day guidance and technical support to the maintenance staff. The role ensures all vehicles are kept in a safe, reliable, and compliant condition to support student and staff transportation.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, preventive maintenance, inspections, scheduling repairs, and maintaining records. CDL with School Bus endorsement preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum three (3) years of school bus, diesel, fleet, truck, or heavy vehicle maintenance experience.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, electrical systems, air brake systems, and vehicle safety components.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of state school bus inspection requirements and transportation safety regulations preferred.
• Ability to utilize computerized maintenance management systems, work order software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL with School Bus and Passenger endorsements preferred or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and repairs on school buses, service vehicles, and transportation equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, brake, steering, suspension, and engine systems.
• Provide direction, training, and technical assistance to mechanics and maintenance personnel.
• Assist with scheduling and prioritizing repairs to maximize fleet availability and minimize vehicle downtime.
• Conduct and review vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing school transportation.
• Monitor the quality and completion of maintenance and repair work to ensure adherence to district standards and safety requirements.
• Participate in daily transportation and maintenance meetings to communicate fleet status, repair priorities, and operational needs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, repair documentation, and work orders.
• Assist with parts inventory management, equipment purchases, and vendor coordination.
• Ensure maintenance facilities, tools, and equipment are maintained in a safe and organized manner.
• Promote and enforce district policies, workplace safety procedures, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Provide on-road diagnostic assistance and emergency repair support when necessary.
• Support transportation operations by covering maintenance functions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Electrical systems

Diagnostics

Leadership

Maintenance planning

Record keeping

MS Office

CDL (School Bus)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS / work order software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beacon Mobility seeks a Lead Mechanic to oversee the maintenance and repair of school buses and district vehicles, providing day-to-day guidance and technical support to the maintenance staff. The role ensures all vehicles are kept in a safe, reliable, and compliant condition to support student and staff transportation.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, preventive maintenance, inspections, scheduling repairs, and maintaining records. CDL with School Bus endorsement preferred.