Bus Maintenance Intern

Position Type:
Transportation/Bus Driver

Date Posted:
3/3/2026

Location:
Transportation
Job Title: Bus Maintenance Intern Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Lead Bus Mechanic Hourly Rate: $10 Days: Part-time/Temporary

Dept./School: Transportation Date Revised: 03/03/2026

Primary Purpose:

Perform daily cleaning, service, and assist with repairs of district equipment and vehicles under the supervision of the Lead Bus Mechanic.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Enrolled in Cleburne High School diesel technician program

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Some knowledge of automotive mechanics

Ability to visually inspect and service vehicles

Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in servicing vehicles

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repairs

Repair seat surfaces on buses as needed.

Repair or replace bulbs and lenses.

Repair or replace windshield wipers.

Perform visual inspection of vehicles and report any defects or repairs as needed.

Assist with minor repairs under the supervision of the Lead Bus Mechanic.

Service

Fuel buses and maintain accurate records of use.

Check tire air pressure and fill as needed.

Check oil and other fluid levels and replace fluids as needed.

Clean outside of bus including glass, lights, and mirrors.

Sweep and clean inside of buses as needed.

Safety

Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.

Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Small hand tools, power washer equipment.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts. Exposure to dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline, and diesel fuel.

Note:

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.