Lead Shop Technician

Beacon Mobility•Tulsa, OK

17h

About The Position

The Lead Shop Technician oversees the maintenance and repair of school buses and district vehicles, providing day-to-day guidance and technical support to maintenance staff. The position helps ensure vehicles are safe, reliable, and compliant so they can support transportation for students and staff. The role also supports transportation operations by covering maintenance functions as needed and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least three years of school bus, diesel, fleet, truck, or heavy vehicle maintenance experience.
Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, electrical systems, air brake systems, and vehicle safety components.
Ability to use computerized maintenance management systems, work order software, and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience.
Knowledge of state school bus inspection requirements and transportation safety regulations.
CDL with School Bus and Passenger endorsements, or ability to obtain them within a specified timeframe.
School transportation fleet maintenance.
Technician leadership and coaching.
Preventive maintenance planning.
Regulatory compliance and vehicle inspections.
Fleet reliability and uptime management.
Safety leadership.
Inventory and parts management.
Customer service and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs on school buses, service vehicles, and transportation equipment.
Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, brake, steering, suspension, and engine systems.
Provide direction, training, and technical assistance to mechanics and maintenance personnel.
Assist with scheduling and prioritizing repairs to maximize fleet availability and minimize vehicle downtime.
Conduct and review vehicle inspections for compliance with federal, state, and local school transportation regulations.
Monitor maintenance and repair work for quality, completion, and adherence to district standards and safety requirements.
Participate in daily transportation and maintenance meetings to communicate fleet status, repair priorities, and operational needs.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection and repair documentation, and work orders.
Assist with parts inventory management, equipment purchases, and vendor coordination.
Keep maintenance facilities, tools, and equipment safe and organized.
Promote and enforce district policies, workplace safety procedures, and environmental compliance requirements.
Provide on-road diagnostic assistance and emergency repair support when necessary.
Support transportation operations by covering maintenance functions as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.