Mechanic Helper

Kaufman Independent School District; Kaufman (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaufman Independent School District is seeking a Bus Mechanic to repair and maintain school vehicles at the service center. The role involves performing repairs under supervision, disassembling parts, and assisting mechanics with lift and parts management.

Applicants should have a Texas Class B CDL, the ability to diagnose minor issues, operate repair tools, and pass safety/drug tests. Prior experience in bus maintenance is preferred.

Qualifications

• One year experience in minor vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B).
• Ability to diagnose minor mechanical problems and perform repairs with supervision.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment involved in vehicle repair.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts.
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test.
• Ability to pass required bus driver safety training.
• Acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs or work under supervision of a mechanic to repair or replace tires, bulbs, and accessories.
• Disassemble simple components and clean parts for reassembly.
• Assist mechanics with lifting and maneuvering heavy parts and components.
• Request parts and tools for mechanics as needed.
• Check fluid levels and replace oil, water, battery, and other fluids as needed.
• Help maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.
• Inspect, repair, change, and rotate tires.
• Clean shop floors, stalls, driveways, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Diagnose minor problems

Operate repair tools

Lift heavy parts

Education

Class B CDL (Texas)

Tools

Wheel balancing equipment

Tire repairing equipment

Drill

Drill press

Grinder

Air-powered tools

Torque wrench

Jack

Lift equipment

Job description

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• Position Type: Transportation/ Bus Mechanic
• Date Posted: 10/27/2026
• Location: Service Center

Help and assist mechanics repair and maintain all vehicles.

Maintenance and Repairs

• 1. Perform mechanical repairs or work under supervision of a mechanic to repair or replace tires, bulbs, and accessories.
• 2. Disassemble simple components and clean parts for reassembly.
• 3. Assist mechanics with lifting and maneuvering heavy parts and components.
• 4. Request parts and tools for mechanics as needed.
• 5. Check fluid levels and replace oil, water, battery, and other fluids as needed.
• 6. Help in maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.
• 7. Inspect, repair, change, and rotate tires.
• 8. Clean shop floors, stalls, driveways, tools, and equipment.

Safety

• 9. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to established safety procedures.
• 10. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• 11. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Other

• 12. Operate buses and vehicles as needed, including driving buses into shop area for work.
• 13. Record use of gas and mileage for buses daily.
• 14. Fuel and wash buses and white fleet vehicles

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Wheel balancing equipment, tire repairing equipment, small hand tools, drill, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, torque wrench, jack, and lift equipment. School bus and district vehicles.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts. Exposure to dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline, and diesel fuel.

Education/Certification

Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B)

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to diagnose minor mechanical problems and perform repairs with supervision
• Ability to operate tools and equipment involved in vehicle repair
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
• Ability to pass required bus driver safety training
• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to operate bus

One year experience in minor vehicle repair and maintenance