School Bus and Vehicle Mechanic: Diesel & Gas Expert

Shasta College; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shasta College in Redding, CA, is seeking a qualified mechanic to perform skilled maintenance and repair on district buses and vehicles. The role requires knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, electrical systems, and safe mechanical practices to ensure reliable transportation for campus operations. The position offers a full-time schedule, with 7:30 a.m.

to 4:00 p.m. hours, and supervision by the Transportation Supervisor or designee.

Qualifications

• Two years of journeyman mechanic experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• California Class A or B driver’s license with passenger and school bus endorsement, or ability to obtain within one year.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to diverse backgrounds in staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled mechanical maintenance and repair of District buses, vehicles, grounds and other equipment.
• Performs minor and major maintenance/servicing of gasoline and/or diesel engines.
• Inspects and diagnoses mechanical defects and determines corrective action.
• Estimates costs, materials, and parts needed for repairs.
• Performs automotive electrical system inspection and repair work.
• Rebuilds, repairs, and adjusts pumps, cylinders, control valves, motors, and related components.

Skills

Mechanic knowledge

Diagnostics

Safety compliance

Repair planning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Testing equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Shasta College in Redding, CA, is seeking a qualified mechanic to perform skilled maintenance and repair on district buses and vehicles. The role requires knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, electrical systems, and safe mechanical practices to ensure reliable transportation for campus operations. The position offers a full-time schedule, with 7:30 a.m.

to 4:00 p.m. hours, and supervision by the Transportation Supervisor or designee.