School Bus Technician

Schedule: Monday–Friday (operating hours) | 5:00 AM–6:00 PM

Pay: $25–$30 per hour, based on experience

Employment Type: Full-Time | 12-Month Position

We are seeking a skilled School Bus Technician to help maintain and repair the buses and vehicles that safely transport students each day. This is an opportunity to use your mechanical expertise while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students throughout the community.

As a School Bus Technician, you will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, inspections, and road service to keep the fleet safe, reliable, and road-ready.

• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and service school buses and other District vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines, brakes, steering, transmissions, and electrical systems.
• Complete required state vehicle inspections.
• Respond to road service and emergency repair calls as needed.
• Use diagnostic tools, shop equipment, and hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of repairs and maintenance performed.
• Follow District, state, and federal safety and maintenance requirements.
• Collaborate with other technicians and transportation team members to keep the fleet operating efficiently.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong general knowledge of diesel engines/gasoline engines, brakes, and transmissions
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• Mechanical or school bus maintenance experience preferred.
• State Vehicle Inspector certification required or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Class B CDL preferred
  , with the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Missouri CDL with passenger endorsement preferred.
• School Bus ASE certification is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace and vehicle safety.

• $25–$30 per hour, based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Missouri Public School Retirement System enrollment
• Paid holidays
• 15 PTO days per year
• 10 vacation days accrued annually
• Healthcare spending account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to make a direct impact by helping keep students safe

Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.