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About The Position
Lead, train, and supervise mechanics and maintenance staff Perform and oversee preventative maintenance and repairs on school buses and fleet vehicles Ensure all vehicles meet DOT, state, and school district safety standards Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues Schedule inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance programs Maintain accurate maintenance records and inspection documentation Coordinate with transportation leadership on fleet needs and repair priorities Order parts, manage inventory, and control maintenance costs Respond to emergency breakdowns as needed Promote a safe, organized, and efficient shop environment
Requirements
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities
- High attention to detail and safety
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- High school diploma or GED (technical certification preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of heavy-duty or school bus mechanical experience
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of diesel engines, brakes, electrical systems, and HVAC
- Familiarity with DOT and state school bus regulations
- Valid driver’s license; CDL (or ability to obtain) preferred
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
Nice To Haves
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
- CDL (or ability to obtain) preferred
- technical certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead, train, and supervise mechanics and maintenance staff
- Perform and oversee preventative maintenance and repairs on school buses and fleet vehicles
- Ensure all vehicles meet DOT, state, and school district safety standards
- Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
- Schedule inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance programs
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and inspection documentation
- Coordinate with transportation leadership on fleet needs and repair priorities
- Order parts, manage inventory, and control maintenance costs
- Respond to emergency breakdowns as needed
- Promote a safe, organized, and efficient shop environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
