Lead Mechanic

Transportation; Bethany (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Putnam City Transportation in Bethany, OK seeks a Lead Mechanic to diagnose, repair and maintain district buses and vehicles. The role requires extensive auto/diesel experience, strong knowledge of electrical and braking systems, and supervisory duties with maintenance planning.

You will manage inspections, ensure compliance with DOT and school-bus requirements, and coordinate with the Director of Transportation to keep fleet readiness and budgets on track.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years in auto and diesel mechanics preferred.
• Oklahoma CDL B with passenger and school bus endorsements required.
• ASE certification for school buses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair district buses and automotive equipment.
• Perform maintenance, repairs, and inspections on all vehicles.
• Complete and submit required paperwork.
• Set and monitor maintenance budgets with the Director of Transportation.

Skills

Gas and diesel systems knowledge

Transmissions

Electrical systems

Front ends

Brakes

Leadership

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Hand tools

Air tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Lead Mechanic

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Job Details

Job ID: 5360415

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 03, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Lead Mechanic

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Obtain / Maintain MinimumOklahomaClass B Commercial Driver License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements
• Obtain / Maintain Oklahoma State Department of Education school bus driver certificate
• Obtain / Maintain current ASE certification for school buses.
• Pass a Department of Transportation physical examination at a facility designated by the Transportation Department including drug and alcohol test
• Lift and carry seventy-five (75) pounds across forty (40) feet of level ground
• Have own supply of hand tools and air tools needed to work on small vehicles, large trucks, and buses

EDUCATION: High School diploma, GED or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE: 5 or more years in auto and diesel mechanics preferred. Some training may be substituted for actual experience.

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES:

Mechanic must have knowledge of gas and diesel equipment, transmissions, front ends, brakes, drive line, electrical and charging systems, etc. Shop Foreman must perform work involving welding, brazing, shop presses, air tools, jacks, dollies and automotive equipment and tools. Shop Foreman will be responsible for maintaining parts, preventative maintenance schedules, and required State vehicle inspections. Shop Foreman will also work with the Director of Transportation in setting and maintaining the budget for District and Transportation vehicles.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Diagnosing and repairing districtbuses and automotive equipment.
• Responsible for performing andassisting in the maintenance and repairs of all vehicles.
• Perform all required inspectionsof all types of vehicles.
• Complete and submit allpaperwork.

Position Type: Full-Time