Tradesperson - Bus Mechanic
Description
Internal applicants have until Wednesday September 23, 2026, to apply.
Description: Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Transportation, the individual is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repairs, and replacement of vehicles and related equipment.
Job Summary: 8.0 hours/day, 5 days/week, 260 days/year
- Insure that accurate records are kept for work performed -- including hours and parts.
- Oversee the preparation and presentation of buses to the State Highway Patrol
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to read and write
- Ability to perform basic math calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair usually gained through two (2) years of on-the-job training/experience or graduation from a trade school in the applicable trades areas.
- Ability to coordinate and relay directions to fellow workers from Supervisor.
- Ability to lift at least 70 pounds.
- Good motor coordination, finger and manual dexterity and physical ability to perform all of the essential functions of the job.
- Knowledge of the safe use of shop tools and equipment.
- Must obtain a State of Ohio Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake, school bus and passenger endorsement within the first 6 months of employment. Training may be provided.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications unique to area of responsibility.
- Familiarity with federal, state and local building codes unique to area of responsibility.
- Basic tools required
- Basic computer skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Application Procedure: Apply online
- Four (4) experience in a school bus or fleet repair equipment
- Formal schooling in diesel and gasoline engine repair
- Basic welding skills
Salary: $30.15/hour, Step 1
Standard Employee Benefits
Hiring Manager: Samuel Gifford, Director of Business Services and Operations and Curtis Washington, Supervisor of Transportation
HR Staff: Sean E. Patton, Chief of Human Resources and Operations
Charlene Lightfoot, Confidential Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
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