Mechanic, Transportation

Openings as of 6/8/2026

Mechanic

• Position Type:
  Transportation/ Mechanic
• Date Posted: 6/3/2026
• Location:
  
  Transportation
• Date Available:
  
  06/15/2026

Position Status:
Tier 1

Benefited

8 Daily Hours

Salary Range M $22.00

Working Calendar: 261 Days

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Immunization Record
• Three Professional References
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

The job of Mechanic is done for the purpose/s of providing mechanic services with specific responsibility for identifying repair and/or replacement needs; performing repairs and preventive maintenance; ensuring completion of projects in accordance with trade standards; providing information on the proper uses of equipment; assisting other mechanics and ensuring that tools and materials are available at job site.

This job reports to Shop Supervisor/Director of Transportation.

• Attends unit in-service and safety meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Diagnoses vehicle malfunctions on all assigned vehicles for the purpose of determining needed vehicle repairs and/or replacements.
• Fabricates parts for the purpose of providing items necessary for repairs.
• Inspects vehicles (e.g. brake system, oil levels, coolant, tire pressure, wiper blades, fan belts, exterior and interior condition, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that the vehicle is in a safe operating condition.
• Maintains tools, equipment and/or shop area for the purpose of ensuring the availability of tools and equipment, and safety within the workspace.
• Maintains records of repairs, costs, vehicle warranties, etc. for the purpose of documenting required information and meeting regulatory requirements.
• Performs road tests on all vehicles/school buses for the purpose of ensuring that vehicles are in safe operating order.
• Performs routine vehicle maintenance program (e.g. oil change, tire rotation, break check, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining vehicles in a safe operating condition and meeting mandated requirements.
• Performs functions of a school bus driver for the purpose of meeting the district's transportation service needs.
• Prepares written materials (e.g. repair and maintenance logs, parts lists, warranty claims, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and meeting mandated requirements.
• Repairs vehicle systems and components, etc. (e.g. wheelchair lifts, brakes, windows, diesel/gasoline engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition.
• Responds to road calls regarding disabled vehicles for the purpose of performing emergency repair work in the field.
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Trains and instructs assistant mechanics for the purpose of ensuring that assignments are completed in a in compliance within established guidelines.

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating school buses and/or district vehicles; operating tools/equipment used in maintenance of vehicles; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods of maintaining vehicles; methods of storage and removal of hazardous materials; and safety practices and procedures;

job-related codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies pertaining to pupil transportation. ABILITY is…