Lead Mechanic

Rogers Public Schools; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers Public Schools is seeking a Transportation Shop Supervisor to assist with the daily operation and management of the bus shop. You will supervise mechanics, assign work, and coordinate with drivers and transportation staff to keep buses safe and out on route.

The role requires a clean driving record, CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, ASE training, and a high school diploma. Expect 230–240 contract days with immediate start.

Qualifications

• Must have clean driving record and CDL with Passenger/School Bus endorsements.
• Experience with bus maintenance and supervision of shop staff.
• Ability to manage budgets, scheduling, and safety investigations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the shop and mechanics; assign work.
• Coordinate with drivers, attendants, and transportation staff.
• Ensure timely maintenance and repairs of buses.
• Keep accurate fleet maintenance records.
• Schedule maintenance, outsourcing, and recalls.
• Assist with purchasing, budgeting, and recordkeeping.
• Address mechanical, safety, and personnel issues; investigate incidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

Maintenance management

Logistics

Electrical skills

Technology skills

People skills

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

CDL with endorsements

ASE certification

Job description

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Must have training and knowledge of vehicle maintenance, and possess diesel mechanic skills to be able to handle most major and minor problems relating to vehicle maintenance. Formal schooling such as ASE, prior work experience, or previous on-the-job training required. Must have a clean driving record and must carry or be willing to obtain a class A or class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements. Must be responsible and be able to work on both the opening and closing shift in the shop. High school diploma; excellent management, logistics, mechanical, electrical, and technology skills; excellent organizational and people skills. Person in this position must also be able to perform other duties as assigned by the district.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assist with the daily operation and management of the transportation bus shop.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Will help supervise the shop and mechanics and manage work assignments for all shop employees. Will assist with driver concerns as well as communicating with bus attendants, substitutes, mentors, and other transportation staff and will work closely with the Shop Manager and the Operations Manager. Responsible for ensuring that the bus maintenance and repairs are current and complete. Will assist with maintaining the vehicle fleet as well as helping keep accurate records of maintenance and repairs. Assist with scheduling vehicle maintenance, out-sourcing, and factory warranty issues/recalls, as needed. Will assist with the purchasing of vehicles, equipment, tools, fuel, and other shop related items and help with record keeping and budget management, and related accounting procedures. Must be able to address mechanical issues, personnel issues, safety concerns, and complete accident investigations and insurance claims related to buses and other school vehicles.

Will perform other duties as assigned.

Contract Days: 230-240

Start Date: Immediate