Bus Driver II - Garage Tech (Transportation) - Colorado Springs School District 11

Colorado Springs School District 11•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Garage Technician supports the safe, efficient, and effective operation of Colorado Springs School District 11’s transportation fleet through routine maintenance, minor repairs, and general garage support. The role maintains and repairs bus seating, vinyl upholstery, seat belts, and communication radios, and helps keep vehicles safe, functional, and ready for daily operations. Additional duties include transporting buses to outside repair facilities, retrieving parts and supplies, and maintaining and stocking the bus cleaning room. The Garage Technician works independently and with mechanics, drivers, garage personnel, and Transportation leadership to support timely repairs, reduce vehicle downtime, and keep the fleet operational. The position requires flexibility, attention to detail, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and District safety requirements. The profile also lists student-transportation duties, including safe vehicle operation, route coverage, student supervision, inspections, emergency response, and required documentation. The position is 0.75 FTE, with 173 work days per year, and is non-exempt. Work may include early morning and afternoon shifts and may vary according to routes and operational needs. Employees must pass a DOT medical examination and are subject to DOT-approved substance-abuse testing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum age of 21 years.
Valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an “S” endorsement.
Pass the Colorado Department of Education School Bus Operator’s Test, including written and skills components.
Meet District insurability requirements.
Current First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
Pass a U.S. Department of Transportation medical examination.
Subject to DOT-approved substance-abuse testing.
Ability to perform pre- and post-trip inspections independently.
Ability to safely operate District transportation vehicles and manage routes, time, and schedules.
Ability to navigate using maps, routing systems, and geographic knowledge.
Ability to maintain a safe and orderly environment for students and follow written and verbal directions, including route assignments and maps.
Ability to adapt to changing assignments and operational needs, work independently and as part of a team, and communicate clearly and professionally.
Dependability, flexibility, sound judgment, and knowledge of applicable school-transportation rules, student safety practices, behavior management, and basic vehicle inspection and operational procedures.
Ability to perform the position’s physical functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, including extended periods of sitting while driving; standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching; lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 50 pounds, and lifting up to 20 pounds overhead.
Ability to assist students with mobility needs, including operating lifts and securing wheelchairs, and to respond to emergencies and detect safety-related environmental cues.

Nice To Haves

Previous bus driving experience.

Responsibilities

Safely operate District transportation vehicles to transport students and authorized passengers.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections in compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation, Colorado Department of Education, and District requirements.
Follow assigned routes and schedules, or cover routes and assignments as directed.
Adapt to route changes, assignments, and operational needs.
Maintain student safety and manage student behavior in accordance with District expectations.
Give students clear instructions and guidance to support a safe and orderly environment.
Perform emergency procedures, including evacuations and responses to medical situations.
Assist students with boarding and exiting buses, including operating wheelchair lifts and securing specialized equipment.
Perform bus-assistant responsibilities when needed.
Communicate with dispatch using a two-way radio.
Complete required logs, reports, and records, and accurately record time worked.
Fuel, clean, and maintain assigned vehicles.
Use routing systems and navigation tools.
Collaborate with staff and leadership.
Repair vinyl seating and seats, and maintain and repair seat belts.
Retrieve parts and other items for the garage.
Transport buses to outside shops and mechanics for service.
Maintain and repair communication radios.
Maintain and stock the bus cleaning room.
Perform other duties as assigned.