School Bus Technician

Chesterfield County, VA; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms

Quarterly tool allowance

Technical training

Job summary

Chesterfield County is seeking a skilled Medium/Heavy Truck Technician to diagnose and repair school buses and diesel systems. Requires a high school diploma or GED with 2–3 years of related experience or an associate degree plus hands-on work; ASE certification preferred.

Must obtain CDL and EPA 609 certs within nine months; ability to lift up to 50 pounds and endure long hours. The role includes inspections, road service, and preventive maintenance, with on-site work and occasional after-hours

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED with 2–3 years of medium/heavy truck experience or an associate degree with 2 years of hands-on automotive work.
• ASE certification is preferred; Virginia CDL and EPA 609 refrigerant certs must be obtained within 9 months.
• Knowledge of school bus repair practices, heavy‑duty diesel engines, and related systems required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose bus problems using charts, manuals and high-tech diagnostic equipment.
• Plan work procedures and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel engines, power trains, brakes, electrical systems, and related components.
• Perform state safety inspections, road service calls, and maintain service records.
• Respond to after-hours calls and comply with safety regulations; work with supervision as needed.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Electrical systems

Problem diagnosis

Road service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in automotive technology

Tools

Diagnostic equipment (OBD)

Job description

High school diploma or GED and two to three years of experience in the maintenance, repair, and computerized diagnosis of medium-heavy truck faults at a journeyman technician rating; or an associate degree in automotive technology from an accredited college plus two years of hands‑on automotive experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduation from an accredited automotive trade school or apprenticeship program may be substituted for two years of experience. A Medium/Heavy Truck Technician Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred. Must have knowledge of the standard practice, methods, materials, and tools used in the repair of school buses. Must be familiar with the design, operation and repair of heavy‑duty diesel engines and diesel equipment. Ability to lift items up to 50 pounds; ability to stand for prolonged periods. Applicants with less experience may be considered at a trainee rate of $50,644.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must provide his/her own tools. Must possess or be able to obtain a Virginia State Inspection Certificate, a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), and an EPA‑Approved Section 609 Refrigerant and Recovery Certification within nine months of employment. Current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications preferred.

Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, records must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty‑four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty‑six months. Out-of‑state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.

Pre‑employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

This position is a federally regulated DOT position and is subject to random drug testing and alcohol testing. The use of medical marijuana for this position is prohibited.

Work under the general supervision of the Automotive Maintenance Supervisor. Examines vehicles and communicates the nature and extent of damage or malfunction. Diagnose bus problems and plan work procedures. Use charts, technical manuals, and high tech computerized diagnostic equipment to identify and fix problems. Performs state safety inspections, conduct road service calls, test drive vehicles, prepares and maintains records and reports concerning repairs of equipment. Performs daily and monthly preventive maintenance and repair of diesel engine school buses to ensure compliance with state and federal safety guidelines and regulations. Repair tasks include, but are not limited to diesel engine, fuel, electrical/electronic, power train, suspension, air brakes, steering, heating/cooling, and exhaust systems. Other duties include repair and replacement of school bus lighting systems, wheelchair lift equipment, tire service, and seat repairs. Conditions may include occasional work in adverse weather conditions and/or extreme temperatures. Perform other work as required.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: Uniforms, quarterly tool allowance and technical training provided.

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications and experience.

Monday - Thursday (10-hour shift; 12:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.); rotating on-call after hours required; includes some evenings, weekends, and holidays

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