School Bus Mechanic

School District of Springfield Township•Glenside, PA

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About The Position

The School District of Springfield Township (SDST) in Montgomery County, PA borders Philadelphia and is incredibly accessible to surrounding areas by just a short drive. A cornerstone of our district is providing the best free and public education to the students in Springfield Township. We deeply value and respect the employees who are committed to helping us provide an inclusive environment for all students and staff. Members of our team enjoy competitive salaries, great benefits, PTO and more! View more information about our Equity Initiative here. The School District of Springfield Township is seeking candidates who possess excellent interpersonal skills, the desire to work with energetic students, and the ability to relate well within the school community. School Bus Mechanic will work to ensure all district vehicles are operating safely. SDST is committed to diversity in our workplace and welcomes the opportunity to consider all candidates.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Previous experience providing maintenance and repair of transportation vehicles.
Must be flexible.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience maintaining/repairing school buses and diesel engines preferred.
Pervious experience with vehicle body work a plus.
Current Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement, no Air Brake Restriction, and clean driving record preferred.
Current Class 7 State Inspection license preferred.
School Bus Endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and maintain school buses, trucks, mowers, vans, and other equipment as assigned.
Maintain adequate supply of all inventory and supplies.
Provide emergency road service to district vehicles.
Suggest changes to improve efficiency, service, safety and costs.
Assist drivers when required to maintain proper fuel supply, engine oil level, transmission oil level, engine coolant level, and proper air pressure in tires.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Assist with snow and ice removeal as needed.
Transport school students as necessary when staffing needs demand.