Transportation - Bus Mechanic
About The Position
Skilled and dependable bus mechanic who has experience in ensuring safety and reliability of a school bus fleet. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES . Other duties may be assigned. Performs routine maintenance, inspections and complete repairs in a timely and efficient manner, some of which include: Minor daily maintenance Tune ups Exhaust system Electrical systems Drive train Sterring Brake system Engine repair, overhaul or replacement Body repair Suspension Complies with all state and federal safety standards. Complies with discipline polices set forth in the School Code of Conduct for Transportation. Participates in on-site training Shows proficiency in maintaining accurate record of inspections, repairs, use of parts and services performed. Possess and maintain cabinet and tools necessary to perform responsibilities as listed herein. Continually present a neat appearance; well groomed, with clean and appropriate clothing Keep all endorsements and certificates up to date
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Experience in automotive, diesel or heavy equipment repair
- Experience working on school buses
- Possess State of Michigan Mechanic’s Certification in appropriate repair categories: Master Heavy Duty (truck), Engine Gas and Diesel (Truck), Drive Train (Truck) Suspension and Steering (Truck), Brakes and Braking System (Truck), Electrical System (Truck) and Transmission (Truck)
- Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License – Group A endorsement, a Passenger endorsement, and “S” endorsement
- Must pass State Skill Test and State Written Test
- Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
- Ability to work in a friendly manner with co-workers and students
- Ability to read and understand maps
- Ability to pass State Skill Test, State Written Test, Department of Transportation physical and MDE Basic Training Program
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
- Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies
Nice To Haves
- Formal mechanical training with ASE Master Heavy Duty Truck Certification is preferred
Responsibilities
- Performs routine maintenance, inspections and complete repairs in a timely and efficient manner
- Minor daily maintenance
- Tune ups
- Exhaust system
- Electrical systems
- Drive train
- Sterring
- Brake system
- Engine repair, overhaul or replacement
- Body repair
- Suspension
- Complies with all state and federal safety standards
- Complies with discipline polices set forth in the School Code of Conduct for Transportation
- Participates in on-site training
- Shows proficiency in maintaining accurate record of inspections, repairs, use of parts and services performed
- Possess and maintain cabinet and tools necessary to perform responsibilities as listed herein
- Continually present a neat appearance; well groomed, with clean and appropriate clothing
- Keep all endorsements and certificates up to date
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
