School Bus Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Parkway Schools; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

403(b)/457 plans

Life insurance

Paid time off

Promotions

Job summary

Parkway Schools is seeking a School Bus Mechanic for the 2nd shift at the Transportation Building. This year-round, 8-hour position runs 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and is non-exempt. Starting pay is $25.67 per hour, with pay dependent on verifiable experience. Ideal candidates diagnose and repair vehicle systems, fabricate parts, inspect buses, install/maintain equipment, and participate in safety meetings to keep our fleet in safe operating condition.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle maintenance or school transportation is preferred.
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses vehicle malfunctions and determines repairs or replacements.
• Inspects and maintains buses and related equipment.
• Installs and maintains radios, cameras, lifts, and other components.
• Keeps records and participates in safety meetings.

Education

Targeted, job-related education that meets organization's prerequisite requirements.

Job description

Parkway is committed to hiring, retaining and investing in an exceptional staff that represents the unique diversity within our schools. We are proud to live by an ethos that outlines what it means to be a Parkway employee and the high expectations that come with that responsibility.

We're looking for an amazing candidate to serve as our School Bus Mechanic (2nd Shift).

Benefits

• Full coverage health, dental, & vision benefits included, with a second plan available at a shared cost
• Pension plan with 6.86% employer match
• 403 (b) and 457 plans with immediate participation
• Employer PAID life insurance
• Generous vacation, holiday, sick and personal leave time
• GREAT work environment in a West County location
• Promotional opportunities

Location

Transportation Building

Position

Year-round; 8 Hours; 2nd shift

Status

Non-Exempt, 11

Hours

11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Open Date

9/10/2026

Starting Pay

$25.67 per hour (& up, depending on verifiable experience)

Essential 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.
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations for the purpose of providing assistance and resolving or recommending a resolution to the situation.
• Communicates with drivers and other departmental staff (e.g. diagnosing problems, reporting issues, responding to inquiries, safety issues, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date information.
• 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.
• Installs and/or maintains a variety of items (e.g. radios, cameras, lifts, etc.) for the purpose of providing enhancements and/or upgrades.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and/or shop area for the purpose of ensuring the availability of tools and equipment, and safety within the workspace.
• Participates in department in-service and safety meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Performs minor body work (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, break 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.
• Provides assistance with annual inspections and inventory (e.g. safety inspections, State Highway Patrol inspection, parts inventory counting, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of required items and documenting annual utilization.
• Repairs vehicle systems and components (e.g. diesel/gasoline engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition.
• Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. snow/ice removal, spreading road salt, facility damage, vandalism, etc.) for the purpose of determining and implementing appropriate actions required to resolve situation.
• Responds to road calls regarding disabled vehicles for the purpose of delivering spare buses and/or performing emergency repair work in the field.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Experience

Job-related experience within specialized field is required.

Education

Targeted, job-related education that meets organization's prerequisite requirements.

Clearances

Criminal Background Check required.