School Bus Service Technician

Blue Bird Bus Sales of Pittsburgh, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Bird Bus Sales of Pittsburgh, Inc. is seeking a Service Technician to maintain and repair school transportation vehicles and ensure safety compliance. You will perform engine, drivetrain, brake, steering, and electrical inspections and diagnose issues across diesel, gas, and propane systems.

The role requires reading job orders, using diagnostic equipment, and collaborating with shop colleagues to complete preventive maintenance and repairs in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational/technical program or apprenticeship in auto repair preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine checks on engines, drivetrains, brakes, steering, suspension, electrical systems, and safety equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electronic issues, including diesel/gasoline/propane engines, transmissions, hydraulics, HVAC and electrical systems.
• Ensure vehicles meet DOT, state, and local safety regulations, including steering and suspension work, tire repair, and accident repairs.
• Maintain fleet appearance, document work, and report maintenance needs to operations staff.

Skills

Read orders

Diagnostics

Team collaboration

Hand tools

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical school or apprenticeship

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job Summary:

The Service Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and inspecting school transportation vehicles to ensure they meet safety, regulatory, and operational standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs routine checks on engines, drivetrains, brakes, steering, suspension, electrical systems, and safety equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electronic issues, including diesel/gasoline/propane engines, transmissions, hydraulics, HVAC and electrical systems.
• Ensure vehicles meet DOT, state, and local safety regulations, including steering and suspension work, tire repair, and accident repairs.
• Maintain fleet appearance, document work, and report maintenance needs to operations staff.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read job orders and diagnosis issues.
• Ability to work with other repairers within service shop.
• Thorough understanding of methods and procedures to maintenance vehicles.
• Thorough understanding of how to use tools required for the trades.
• Proficiency with hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and preventive maintenance procedures.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational/technical school program or apprenticeship in auto repair or related field.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. CDL preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• You must supply your own general hand tools.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and safety inspections.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.

Blue Bird Bus Sales provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veterans' status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.