Master Auto​/Diesel Technician - Fleet Maintenance

Master Auto/Diesel Technician - Fleet Maintenance

Job

Job Code:
Master Auto/Diesel Technician - 030013

Standard

Hours:

40

Department:
Fleet Maintenance - 272581

Employment Class: NA

Schedule:

245 days

Target Openings: 1

Minimum Salary: $48,466.00/Annually

Maximum Salary: $77,728.00/Annually

Date Posted: 6/5/2026

Date Available:

06/08/2026

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Required
• School Passenger and School (P&S) Bus required within six months of hire (Required)
• Master Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) School Bus Technician and T8 Truck Preventive Maintenance and Inspections required within 12 months of hire (Required)
• S7 School Bus Air Conditioning Systems & Controls certification Preferred

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree or equivalent (Required)
• Automotive/diesel service technician training at an accredited technical school (Preferred)

• 7 years experience as an automotive/diesel service technician (Required)

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions quickly and accurately
• Knowledge of motor vehicle parts, materials, maintenance tools, hazards, and safety procedures
• Ability to train and supervise other technicians and helpers
• Knowledge of the handling and disposal of hazardous wastes
• Ability to use computers, vehicle maintenance software, diagnostic software, and computerized test equipment to diagnose problems and make adjustments to engines, electrical systems, and other vehicle components and subsystems
• Ability to use welding and flame‑cutting equipment to perform vehicle repair work

• Supervise and perform the maintenance and repair operations of the Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) school bus and support vehicle fleet.
• Support Lead Automotive/Diesel Technician in conducting shop operations and services.
• Lead shop personnel in absence of the Lead Automotive/Diesel Technician.
• Supervise and perform preventive and corrective maintenance services and safety inspections as directed and according to established standards.
• Perform maintenance actions listed on the preventive maintenance work order.
• Inspect motor vehicles using inspection checklists and criteria as directed.
• Review operator complaint and vehicle maintenance history as appropriate.
• Perform routine diagnosis and accomplish repair and/or rebuild actions.
• Document repair actions and inspection results and record labor, parts, and supplies used according to established procedures.
• Ensure shop personnel operates in a safe and secure environment.
• Wear appropriate safety gear, to include eye and hearing protection, safety shoes and support the Lead Automotive/Diesel Technician in enforcing same protocol among all team members.
• Conduct ongoing risk assessments to ensure shop safety.
• Research technical manuals, service bulletins and instructions, equipment diagrams, and parts catalogs in hard copy and on the internet.
• Locate and follow recommended service, diagnostic, repair, installation, removal, and safety procedures.
• Determine replacement and substitute parts needed to perform repairs.
• Provide and maintain automotive/diesel service technician tool chest and hand tools.
• Assume responsibility for equipment, tools, and materials issued for working on motor vehicles.
• Obtain and maintain an adequate inventory of serviceable technician provided hand tools as determined by supervisor.
• Maintain and account for all special tools, parts, supplies, and equipment issued to the employee.
• Clean and store tools promptly after use and clean the shop bays.
• Supervise, schedule, and train automotive/diesel technicians, private contractors, and trades helpers.
• Provide excellent customer service to all district personnel and customers.
• Promote teamwork and mutual support among fleet maintenance and other district employees.
• Be available to work assigned shift as directed.
• Work night shift work hours as directed.
• Respond to work requirements any time on any day of the week when assigned to on‑call duty.
• Be on call for necessary work 24‑hours per day, 7 days per week.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently…