Chief Bus Mechanic / Bus Driver -- Girard City Schools

Ohio Department of Education • Niles, OH

39d • Onsite

About The 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

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
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees