Lead Technician Transportation

BUS; Jerome (ID); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit package

Job summary

Jerome Joint School District 261 is seeking a School Bus Technician to ensure safe, reliable transportation for students by performing maintenance, inspections, and repairs on the district fleet.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid CDL with school bus endorsements, DOT medical card, ASE certification, and strong mechanical skills; travel to trainings is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency in English, with ability to communicate effectively in Spanish preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license with CDL endorsements for driving a school bus; clean driving record.
• Possess or ability to obtain a current DOT medical card.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, especially diesel engines.
• Ability to obtain/maintain ASE certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administers the school bus transportation program within the district, supporting IDE regulations and policies.
• Assist Director in compliance with safety requirements for school buses and equipment.
• Plan and implement scheduled preventative maintenance using IBUS or other software.
• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs on buses; communicate parts needs to director.
• Maintain and inspect district vehicles; document maintenance history.
• Keep shop area clean, orderly, and safe.
• Communicate delays or issues to transportation staff promptly.
• Relay important bus information to drivers and staff for scheduling impacts.
• Support the director with maintenance and transport needs during departments.
• Attend annual tech workshops and trainings; understand SISBO standards.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical understanding

Electrical systems knowledge

Communication skills

English proficiency

CDL with school bus endorsements

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

IBUS software

Maintenance software

GPS

Job description

Lead Technician Transportation

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Job Details

Job ID: 5961241

Application Deadline: Jan 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 15, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Jt. Jerome School District #261

Job Description

Transportation

TITLE: School Bus Technician

SUMMARY:

The School Bus Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the school bus fleet by performing routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment to ensure the fleet is maintained to meet safety standards, regulatory requirements, and the highest operational standards, ensuring the safe transportation of students.

REPORTS TO: Transportation Director

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Proficiency in English, with the ability to communicate effectively in Spanish is preferred.
• Ability to possess a valid, state issued driver’s license, CDL with endorsements for driving a school bus; demonstrate a clean driving record, and proficient in driving a school bus.
• Possess or the ability to obtain a current DOT medical card.
• Display a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, particularly diesel engines and vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain ASE certification.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers the school bus transportation program within the assigned district, implementing regulations, policies, and procedures supporting the State Department of Education (IDE).
• Assists Director in complying with state and federal safety requirements pertaining to school buses and equipment safety standards.
• Plan and implement a program of scheduled preventative maintenance for the district bus fleet using IBUS or other provided software.
• Preform mechanical and electrical repairs on buses which may include major overhauls if directed, as necessary. Communicate necessary parts requirements with director to complete repairs.
• Maintain, repair and inspect district vehicles as necessary. Provide maintenance documentation utilizing vehicle files, provided maintenance software for storage of vehicle maintenance history.
• Maintain the shop area in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
• Communicate any delays, issues, or changes to transportation staff in a timely manner.
• Relay important bus and or equipment information to drivers and staff which may alter scheduling.
• Assists the director with maintenance and transporting requirements within the department.
• Attends annual tech workshop and industry offered trainings.
• Display and understanding of SISBO (Standards for School Buses and Operations).
• Performs other related duties as required.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Experience using a personal computer and spreadsheets.
• Ability to efficiently utilize computerized transportation software programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, administrators, parents, peers, and school communities.
• Maintain awareness of facility and school bus driver safety.
• Respond to emergencies, accidents, or other unexpected situations, providing guidance and support to drivers as requested.
• Ability to read and utilize maps, GPS, and software as resource tools.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all federal laws, State of Idaho Statutes,
• Understand Board of Education rules and school district requirements.
• Represents the District at local, state, and regional conferences, seminars, and meetings, as directed, including serving on committees, study groups, councils, task forces, and related associations.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with IDE and District policies, procedures, and safety practices.
• Organize and maintain transportation facilities equipment and parts warehousing.
• Ability to network and create relationships for future industry training and growth.

TRAVEL REQUIRED:

The incumbent will be required to travel annually for local, state and national training conferences and workshops, unless situations arise that warrant more immediate attention.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Approximately 35% of time is spent sitting at a desk or workstation, up to 2 hours at a time.
• Approximately 65% of time is spent standing, walking, bending, and kneeling.
• Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of school buses and/or transportation vehicles.
• Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate physical effort, typically involving a combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials up to 35 pounds.
• Tasks may be performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, or traffic hazards.

COMPENSATION:

• 260 days per year, 8 hours per day.
• Salary to be determined by the School Board.
• Vacation time per district policy for classified personnel.
• Comprehensive benefit package.

EVALUATION:

• Employee’s performance in this position will be evaluated by the Transportation Director in conformance with district policy.
• Six-month probationary period.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

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Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21 to $28.26 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• HR Office
• 125 4th Ave West
• Jerome, Idaho 83338
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]