School Bus Technician

Frey Consulting Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

PTO 15 days

Vacation 10 days

HSA

EAP

Job summary

Frey Consulting Group is seeking a School Bus Technician to maintain and repair district buses, ensuring safe transportation for students. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, inspections, and on-road service to keep the fleet road-ready.

Requirements include a high school diploma, strong knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, brakes, and transmissions, and the ability to obtain a State Vehicle Inspector certification within 6 months. CDL is preferred; ASE is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, brakes, and transmissions.
• Mechanical or school bus maintenance experience preferred.
• State Vehicle Inspector certification required or obtainable within 6 months.
• Class B CDL preferred, with ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Missouri CDL with passenger endorsement preferred.
• School Bus ASE certification is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Commitment to workplace and vehicle safety.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair school buses and district vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs.
• Troubleshoot diesel engines, brakes, transmissions, and electrical systems.
• Complete state vehicle inspections.
• Respond to road service and emergencies as needed.
• Document repairs and maintenance accurately.
• Follow safety requirements at all times.
• Collaborate with the transportation team to keep the fleet efficient.

Skills

Diesel engines

Gasoline engines

Brakes

Transmissions

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Schedule: Monday–Friday (operating hours) | 5:00 AM–6:00 PM

Pay: $25–$30 per hour, based on experience

Employment Type: Full-Time | 12-Month Position

Keep Students Moving Safely

We are seeking a skilled School Bus Technician to help maintain and repair the buses and vehicles that safely transport students each day. This is an opportunity to use your mechanical expertise while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students throughout the community.

As a School Bus Technician, you will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, inspections, and road service to keep the fleet safe, reliable, and road-ready.

What You'll Do

• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and service school buses and other District vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines, brakes, steering, transmissions, and electrical systems.
• Complete required state vehicle inspections.
• Respond to road service and emergency repair calls as needed.
• Use diagnostic tools, shop equipment, and hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of repairs and maintenance performed.
• Follow District, state, and federal safety and maintenance requirements.
• Collaborate with other technicians and transportation team members to keep the fleet operating efficiently.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong general knowledge of diesel engines/gasoline engines, brakes, and transmissions.
• Mechanical or school bus maintenance experience preferred.
• State Vehicle Inspector certification required or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Class B CDL preferred, with the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Missouri CDL with passenger endorsement preferred.
• School Bus ASE certification is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace and vehicle safety.

Why Join Us?

• $25–$30 per hour, based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Missouri Public School Retirement System enrollment
• Paid holidays
• 15 PTO days per year
• 10 vacation days accrued annually
• Healthcare spending account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to make a direct impact by helping keep students safe

Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.