School Bus Mechanic

Transportation/Maintenance

Franklinville (NJ)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 55,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Full family benefits

Job summary

Delsea Regional HS District Transportation/Maintenance in Franklinville, NJ seeks a School Bus Mechanic to inspect, service, and repair buses and maintenance vehicles to the highest safety standards.

Required qualifications include a Class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, airbrake endorsement, a current medical certificate, a high school diploma, and NJ residency. Starting Jan 1, 2027 with 12 months of employment and competitive family benefits.

Qualifications

Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements.
Airbrake endorsement and good driving record.
Current Federal Medical Certification - physical.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the board.
Sufficient mechanical aptitude to diagnose minor problems and perform repairs.
Criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status.
Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or willingness to obtain residency within one year of employment.
Demonstrated knowledge of bus repair and familiarity with federal/state safety regulations.
Must be physically able to perform all maintenance duties.

Responsibilities

Use hand and power tools to diagnose and repair equipment.
Inspect brake systems, steering, wheel bearings and other critical parts.
Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, battery checks, and lubrication.
Adjust and replace brakes, tighten bolts, and reassemble components.
Raise vehicles using jacks or hoists for inspection and repair.
Test drive vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and verify repairs.
Read instruments and diagnose issues using test equipment.
Inspect protective guards, bolts, and safety devices.
Verify dimensions and clearances per factory specs.
Repair and maintain engine components such as fuel systems.
Attach test instruments and read gauges to diagnose issues.
Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
Recondition and replace parts such as pistons, bearings, gears and valves.
Repair seats, doors, windows, and accessories.
Inspect and maintain pumps and compressors on vehicles.
Disassemble and overhaul engines, pumps, transmissions, and differentials.
Rebuild gas/diesel engines as needed.
Operate valve-grinding equipment as required.
Maintain records of bus inspections and parts receipts.
Keep a clean work area and manage spill prevention.
Inspect all buses regularly for operability, safety and cleanliness.
Stay updated with safety practices and attend in-service trainings.
Be available for driving routes, trips and sports events when needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current Federal Medical Certification - physical

Job description

School Bus Mechanic

Delsea Regional HS District Transportation/Maintenance - Franklinville, New Jersey

Starting Date: Jan 1, 2027

Job Description

Qualifications:

1. Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with Passenger, School Bus Endorsements.
2. Airbrake endorsement, good driving r ecord
3.Current Federal Medical Certification - physical
4. High school diploma or equivalent
5. Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the board
6. Sufficient mechanical aptitude to diagnose minor problems and make appropriate repairs
7. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
8. Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment (if a regular employee of the district)
9. Demonstrated knowledge of bus repair. Knowledge of federal and state safety regulations, maintenance.
10.Must be physically able to fully perform all required maintenance duties

To keep the school vehicles, buses, vans and maintenance vehicles in the best operating conditions as possible to insure the safest and most economical transportation possible for the pupils of the district.

Reports To: Transportation Supervisor, Assist. Transportation Supervisor, Dispatcher, Head Mechanic

Performance Responsibilities

Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, jacks and hoists.
Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
Adjust and replace brakes, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems, etc.
Attach test instruments to equipment, and read dials and gauges in order to diagnose malfunctions.
Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves.
Repair and adjust seats, doors, and windows, and install and repair accessories.
Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps and compressors.
Disassemble and overhaul internal combustion engines, pumps, generators, transmissions, clutches, and differential units.
Rebuild gas and/or diesel engines.
Operate valve-grinding machines to grind and reset valves.
Assists in maintaining a record of school bus inspection dates.
Inspects and verifies receipts of parts and supplies ordered.
Maintains a clean work area, avoiding oil spills or other pollution when possible.
Inspects all school buses on a regular basis to determine that high standards of operability, cleanliness, safety and security are maintained.
Maintains a knowledge of the safe use of all tools and equipment. Strives to keep current with trends directly related to his/her position and accompanying duties by attending appropriate in-service training, workshops, etc.
Be available for driving routes, trips and sports trips when needed.
Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor, Head Mechanic.