MECHANIC

Simpson Central Elem School; Mississippi; On-site; USD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson County Board of Education is seeking a School Transportation Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, service, and maintain the district fleet of school buses and related equipment. The role collaborates with the Director of Transportation to minimize downtime and ensure safe student transportation.

Requirements include a valid Mississippi driver’s license, CDL with endorsements or ability to obtain, and heavy-duty diesel repair experience.

Qualifications

• Certified and experienced diesel/auto mechanic.
• Three years of heavy-duty diesel or school bus repair experience (Preferred).
• Valid Mississippi driver’s license.
• CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, or ability to obtain within district-established timeframe.
• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certifications preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal specifications.
• Experience using computerized diagnostic equipment (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Inspect school buses and district vehicles to ensure safe operating condition.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance according to district and manufacturer guidelines.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic system failures.
• Repair diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, brake systems, HVAC, electrical, fuel, cooling, and exhaust systems.
• Replace worn or defective components.
• Perform state-required inspections and repairs.
• Ensure buses are safe before returning them to service.
• Perform oil changes, lubrication, fluid checks, filter replacements, and tire service.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and an inventory of repair parts and supplies.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records, and inspection reports accurately.
• Assist with ordering parts and warranty documentation.
• Respond to roadside mechanical breakdowns and emergency repairs as needed.
• Comply with OSHA, Mississippi Department of Education, and district safety requirements.
• Communicate repair needs with the Director of Transportation and bus drivers.
• Participate in required technical and safety training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diesel/Auto mechanic

Heavy‑duty diesel experience

CDL with P & S endorsements

ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certs

Diagnostic equipment experience

Mississippi driver’s license

Job description

Status: Classified (Overtime Exempt)

Summary

The School Transportation Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, servicing, and maintaining the school district's fleet of school buses, activity buses, service vehicles, and related transportation equipment. The mechanic ensures all vehicles operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with federal, state, and district requirements. This position works collaboratively with the Director of Transportation to minimize fleet downtime, maintain preventive maintenance schedules, and provide safe transportation for students.

Qualifications

• Certified and experienced diesel/auto mechanic
• Three years of heavy-duty diesel or school bus repair experience. (Preferred)
• Valid Mississippi driver's license.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements, or ability to obtain within district-established timeframe.
• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certifications preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal specifications
• Experience using computerized diagnostic equipment (Preferred).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Inspect school buses and district vehicles to ensure safe operating condition.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance according to district and manufacturer guidelines.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic system failures.
• Repair diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, brake systems, HVAC, electrical, fuel, cooling, and exhaust systems.
• Replace worn or defective components.
• Perform state-required inspections and repairs.
• Ensure buses are safe before returning them to service.
• Perform oil changes, lubrication, fluid checks, filter replacements, and tire service.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and an inventory of repair parts and supplies.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records, and inspection reports accurately.
• Assist with ordering parts and warranty documentation.
• Respond to roadside mechanical breakdowns and emergency repairs as needed.
• Comply with OSHA, Mississippi Department of Education, and district safety requirements.
• Communicate repair needs with the Director of Transportation and bus drivers.
• Participate in required technical and safety training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to speak and listen for extended periods. The employee is also required to sit or stand for long periods, and regularly to move; use hands or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee is further required to have physical, mental, and emotional stamina to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the mental acuity to collect, evaluate, and interpret data; to reason; to define problems; to establish facts; to draw valid conclusions; and to make effective judgments and decisions.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Simpson County Board of Education Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Terms Of Employment

235 Days

Compensation Range

$57,000.00 - $72,332.18

Location

01-SIMPSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Salary

57000.00 - 72332.18

Employment Status

Full Time: Yes