School Bus Maintenance Tech — Diesel & Safety Focus

Highland Park ISD; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland Park ISD in Amarillo, Texas is seeking a Bus Maintenance Technician to perform minor mechanical repairs, daily cleaning and service of district buses and vehicles, and to follow established policies and procedures. The role requires a Texas CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements and the ability to inspect and service vehicles.

The candidate should be able to read and interpret safety rules and manuals, pass DOT drug/alcohol tests, complete required safety trainings, and diagnose

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsement
• Ability to visually inspect and service vehicles
• Ability to understand and follow written or verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions,
• And procedure manuals
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and physical exam
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to access and use service materials
• Ability to operate buses and vehicles
• Ability to diagnose minor mechanical problems and perform repairs independently
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engine maintenance
• Knowledge of auto parts and terminology
• Knowledge of purchasing procedures

Responsibilities

• Perform minor mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles.
• Perform daily cleaning and service of buses and vehicles.
• Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.

Skills

Vehicle inspection

Follow instructions

Effective communication

Read manuals

Safety compliance

Diagnose minor problems

Operate buses

Diesel/gasoline knowledge

Education

Texas CDL with P and S endorsements

Job description

Highland Park ISD in Amarillo, Texas is seeking a Bus Maintenance Technician to perform minor mechanical repairs, daily cleaning and service of district buses and vehicles, and to follow established policies and procedures. The role requires a Texas CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements and the ability to inspect and service vehicles.

The candidate should be able to read and interpret safety rules and manuals, pass DOT drug/alcohol tests, complete required safety trainings, and diagnose