Chief Bus Mechanic / Bus Driver -- Girard City Schools
About The Position
POSITION: Chief Bus Mechanic/Bus Driver QUALIFICATIONS: Thorough knowledge of and experience as a mechanic Proficiency in repair and maintenance of buses, trucks & maintenance equipment Basic knowledge in body repair, welding and fabricating Able to maintain records of all maintenance and work repair Able to maintain high standards of safety and good housekeeping Able to serve as a bus driver when needed Able to respond to transportation related emergencies Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications in relevant areas (e.g., brakes, diesel engines, electrical/electronic systems, compressed natural gas, school bus conversion equipment) preferred. Familiarity with state and federal regulations related to school bus operation, vehicle emissions, inspections, and driver qualifications under all OAC 3301.83 codes. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal transportation regulations, including OSHA, DOT, and EPA standards. Must hold Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B or higher, with School Bus (S), Passenger (P), and Air Brake endorsements. Must hold or be able to obtain Ohio School Bus Operator Certification via pre-service training and in-service requirements under OAC 3301-83.10. Must hold a current and complete physical Must hold current successful BCI & FBI background checks Must be willing to carry out the duties of the job description Successful Drug Screen Other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director or Superintendent JOB DESCRIPTION: Chief Bus Mechanic/Bus Driver Job Description LOCATION: Girard City School District/Bus Garage SALARY: Per negotiated agreement DATE OF VACANCY: 2025-2026 school year POSTING DEADLINE: Until filled APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit a letter of interest, resume and three (3) references to [email protected] Include Chief Bus Mechanic/Bus Driver in the subject line. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Trumbull County Educational Service Center Governing Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.
Requirements
- Thorough knowledge of and experience as a mechanic
- Proficiency in repair and maintenance of buses, trucks & maintenance equipment
- Basic knowledge in body repair, welding and fabricating
- Able to maintain records of all maintenance and work repair
- Able to maintain high standards of safety and good housekeeping
- Able to serve as a bus driver when needed
- Able to respond to transportation related emergencies
- Familiarity with state and federal regulations related to school bus operation, vehicle emissions, inspections, and driver qualifications under all OAC 3301.83 codes.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal transportation regulations, including OSHA, DOT, and EPA standards.
- Must hold Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B or higher, with School Bus (S), Passenger (P), and Air Brake endorsements.
- Must hold or be able to obtain Ohio School Bus Operator Certification via pre-service training and in-service requirements under OAC 3301-83.10.
- Must hold a current and complete physical
- Must hold current successful BCI & FBI background checks
- Must be willing to carry out the duties of the job description
- Successful Drug Screen
Nice To Haves
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications in relevant areas (e.g., brakes, diesel engines, electrical/electronic systems, compressed natural gas, school bus conversion equipment) preferred.
Responsibilities
- repair and maintenance of buses, trucks & maintenance equipment
- body repair, welding and fabricating
- maintain records of all maintenance and work repair
- maintain high standards of safety and good housekeeping
- serve as a bus driver when needed
- respond to transportation related emergencies
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal transportation regulations, including OSHA, DOT, and EPA standards.
- carry out the duties of the job description
- Other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director or Superintendent
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
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