School Bus Mechanic - Keep Buses Safe & On Schedule

Transportation; Lawrence (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren Intermediate School District Transportation is seeking a Bus Mechanic in Lawrence, Michigan to maintain school buses and district vehicles in safe, compliant condition. Immediate start date; regular hours and employment within the master agreement.

The successful candidate will perform diagnostics, engine and brake work, electrical, and preventive maintenance, with training provided for state certifications and CDL endorsements.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Michigan mechanic certification required within one year.
• CDL B with PS endorsement required within training period.
• Two years hands-on auto/bus/truck mechanic experience.
• Physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly vehicle inspections.
• Make service calls to buses utilized by the VBISD program.
• Attend workshops, schools and meetings as directed by the Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate vehicle information records for each vehicle and accurate time accounts of work performed.
• Complete all required paperwork daily.
• Cooperate with other staff and administrators.
• Use protective equipment as required and provided by the District.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations and machinery safety guards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Regular and reliable, in person attendance.

Skills

Diagnose vehicle problems

Gas and diesel engine repairs

Automatic transmission

Rear-end assemblies

Front-end work

Brakes

Electrical systems

Heating and cooling systems

Engine tune-up

Carburetors

Body work

Adaptive equipment repair

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State of Michigan Mechanic Certification

CDL B with PS Endorsement

Tools

State of Michigan Mechanic Certification

CDL B with PS Endorsement

Job description

Van Buren Intermediate School District Transportation is seeking a Bus Mechanic in Lawrence, Michigan to maintain school buses and district vehicles in safe, compliant condition. Immediate start date; regular hours and employment within the master agreement.

The successful candidate will perform diagnostics, engine and brake work, electrical, and preventive maintenance, with training provided for state certifications and CDL endorsements.