School Bus Fleet Mechanic: Diesel, Safety & Repairs

Heber Springs School District; Heber Springs (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Heber Springs School District in Heber Springs, Arkansas is seeking a qualified School Bus Mechanic to diagnose, maintain and repair district buses and vehicles. Responsibilities include engines, electrical, hydraulic work, safety inspections, record-keeping and parts management for a reliable student transport fleet.

The role requires a Class B or higher School Bus license endorsement with passenger and air brakes, plus a CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Diesel engine/bus repair experience required.
• School Bus license endorsement (Minimum Class B) with passenger, school bus, and air brakes; CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements required.
• ASE certifications in diesel/bus repair preferred.
• Knowledge of diesel mechanics, diagnostics, safety procedures, record-keeping, and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repair: Diagnose and fix electrical, hydraulic, engine, transmission, brake, steering, and body issues; perform tune-ups, oil changes, tire repairs, and major overhauls.
• Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled preventative maintenance programs for the entire fleet.
• Inspections: Conduct thorough safety and compliance inspections to meet state standards.
• Record Keeping: Maintain detailed maintenance and repair records, often using computer systems.
• Parts & Inventory: Order parts, manage inventory, and requisition supplies.
• Road Testing & Service: Road test vehicles to check performance; provide roadside assistance for breakdowns.
• Shop Management: May direct other mechanics, maintain a safe shop environment, and assist with snow removal/garage duties.
• Driving/Training: May drive buses as a substitute or provide on-the-job training to drivers.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Record-keeping

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Heber Springs School District in Heber Springs, Arkansas is seeking a qualified School Bus Mechanic to diagnose, maintain and repair district buses and vehicles. Responsibilities include engines, electrical, hydraulic work, safety inspections, record-keeping and parts management for a reliable student transport fleet.

The role requires a Class B or higher School Bus license endorsement with passenger and air brakes, plus a CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements.