Mechanic - Transportation

TRANSPORTATION; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lees Summit R-7 School District TRANSPORTATION is seeking a Mechanic for the 2026-27 school year to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on district vehicles. The role requires diagnosing issues, performing routine service, and maintaining records to ensure fleet safety and regulatory compliance.

The position reports to the Shop Supervisor and demands availability for 24/7 road calls, with ASE certifications and a CDL endorsement. Compensation includes hourly pay and benefits as applicable.

Qualifications

• Adhere to safety practices and operate school buses/district vehicles.
• Keyboarding and standard office software; maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance methods and handling hazardous materials.
• Adapt to changing priorities; communicate with diverse groups; meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose vehicle malfunctions to determine needed repairs or replacements.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine service on buses and district vehicles.
• Fabricate parts and maintain tools and shop area for efficiency and safety.
• Inspect vehicles for safe operating condition (brakes, fluids, tires, etc.).
• Maintain repair logs, parts lists, and warranty claims.

Skills

Safety practices

Vehicle operation

Tools/Equipment

Office software

Recordkeeping

Education

ASE Certifications: School Bus or Medium/Heavy Trucks

CDL with Passenger Vehicle endorsement

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Mechanic - Transportation

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Job Details

Job ID: 5931479

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 1, 2026

Job Description

2026-27 School Year

244 days/year

8 hours/day

Purpose Statement:

The job of Mechanic was established for the purpose/s of providing mechanic services with specific responsibility for identifying repair and/or replacement needs; performing repairs and preventive maintenance; ensuring completion of projects in accordance with trade standards; providing information on the proper uses of equipment; assisting other mechanics; and ensuring that tools and materials are available at the job site.

This job reports to Shop Supervisor

Essential Functions

• Attends unit in-service and safety meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.

• Diagnoses vehicle malfunctions for the purpose of determining needed vehicle repairs and/or replacements.

• Fabricates parts for the purpose of providing items necessary for repairs.

• Inspects assigned vehicles (e.g. brake system, oil levels, coolant, tire pressure, wiper blades, fan belts, exterior, and interior condition, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that the vehicle is in a safe operating condition.

• Maintains records of repairs, costs, etc. for the purpose of documenting required information and meeting regulatory requirements.

• Maintains tools, equipment and/or shop area for the purpose of ensuring the availability of tools and equipment, and safety within the workspace.

• Oversees Mechanic Assistant for the purpose of ensuring that assignments are completed in compliance within established guidelines.

• Performs minor bodywork (e.g. front ends, fenders, upholstery, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining the appearance and safe operation of the vehicles.

• Performs routine vehicle maintenance program (e.g. oil change, tire rotation, brake check, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining vehicles in a safe operating condition and meeting mandated requirements.

• Prepares written materials (e.g. repair and maintenance logs, parts lists, warranty claims, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and meeting mandated requirements.

• Repairs buses, trucks, vans, tractors, and other district vehicle systems and components, etc. (e.g. diesel/gasoline engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition.

• Responds to road calls regarding disabled vehicles 24/7 for the purpose of performing emergency repair work in the field.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities (Minimum Qualifications)

Skill-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating school buses and/or district vehicles; operating tools/equipment used in the maintenance of vehicles; keyboarding/ standard office software; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Knowledge-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods of maintaining vehicles;

methods of storage and removal of hazardous materials; and safety practices and procedures.

Ability-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities;

communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities, and working with interruptions.

Required Testing

Pre-employment Drug Screening

Pre-employment Physical Exam

Certificates & Licenses

Current ASE Certifications in School Bus or Medium/Heavy Trucks

Commercial Drivers License with endorsement for Passenger Vehicles

Valid Driver’s License

Continuing Educ. / Training

None Specified

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Approval Date

Salary Grade

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25.50 to $36.07 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Charlie Parrott , Shop Supervisor


• TRANSPORTATION


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]