Job Description

Position Type:
Transportation/Mechanic

Date Posted:
3/31/2026

Location:
Transportation
Position: Mechanic

Supervisor: Shop Supervisor

General Job Description: Knowledgeable of automotive engines, diesel engines, electrical systems, power equipment and related vehicle equipment, use of tools and equipment utilized in the transportation department.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for minor and major repairs of all district vehicles.
• Inspects, diagnose, and make necessary repairs on all district vehicles
• Informs the Shop Supervisor about problems within the Transportation Department
• Shall report to the Shop Supervisor misuse or suspected misuse of district property
• Shall maintain an effective working relationship with district employees
• Have a positive attitude and communicate with students, parents, teachers, co-workers and supervisors.
• Shall adhere to approved Board policy and administrative directives.
• Prepare work orders
• Sweep and clean shop area as needed
• Answer telephones and radios as needed and to know daily operation of the Transportation Department and fill in as needed
• Maintain records as needed
• Accept other responsibilities and duties as deemed necessary by supervisor

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be able to get Commercial drivers license with in six months of hire.
• Will be required to drive bus and transport students as needed.
• Work with Transportation Supervisor & Asst. Supervisor.
• Become knowledgeable in state and federal requirements for Bus repairs.

Qualifications:

• Have a working knowledge of basic shop operations.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have 1-2 years shop experience or 1-2 years of Tech/College training in related field.
• Possess a valid commercial driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Pass pre-employment drug test.

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired. The following may be required: Sitting, standing, lifting, moving about the room or school, carrying (up to 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds on occasion), reaching, squatting, and kneeling.


Equipment/Technology Handled: Gasoline and Diesel Fuels, Lubricants, Washing Equipment and be willing to learn to operate all multimedia equipment including current technology.


Work Environment: Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hour work may be required.


Terms of Employment: Salary and work calendar established yearly by the district.

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