Bus Mechanic

Salary: $20.35 - $23.20 Hourly
Location : 1254 Energy Drive Gaylord, MI
Job Type: Teamster BUS
Job Number: 00145
Department: Bus
Opening Date: 05/19/2026


Description
INTERNAL POSTING
MAY 27, 2026 TO JUNE 2, 2026
OPEN TO ELIGIBLE TEAMSTERS BUS UNION EMPLOYEES WITH AT LEAST ONE (1) YEAR OF SENORITY
Supervised By: Transportation Manager and Lead Mechanic
Supervises : No supervisory responsibility
Position Summary :
Under the supervision of the Transportation Manager and oversight of the Lead Mechanic, performs a variety of skilled repair and maintenance tasks on buses, trucks, cars and other power-driven equipment

Examples of Duties

Essential Job Functions :
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties, which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

1. Performs mechanical duties in the repair, inspection and maintenance of buses, trucks, cars and other power-driven equipment, with guidance and direction from the Lead Mechanic.

1. Assists in the machining of parts for automotive equipment and machinery according to specifications.

1. Prepares necessary records pertaining to work performed.

1. Follows a predetermined preventative maintenance program on buses, trucks, cars and other power-driven equipment.

1. Assists in maintaining inventory of equipment, supplies and materials.

1. Conducts performance tests and inspections of new and newly repaired apparatus, vehicles and equipment to ensure compliance with applicable standards. Submits reports and maintains detailed records of all tests, repairs, inventory and inspections.

1. Follows a predetermined preventative maintenance program on buses, trucks, cars and other power-driven equipment.

1. Performs snow plowing around Otsego County Bus System with Tractor or pick-up truck.

1. Performs other duties as directed.

Typical Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications :
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
Requirements include the following:

• High school diploma or GED with college or vocational coursework in automotive repair. Practical knowledge of heavy and light automotive mechanical equipment maintenance normally acquired through at least three years of automotive maintenance and repair experience.
• The county, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.
• Possession of a valid Michigan Commercial Driver's License.
• Negative results on pre-employment and random USDOT drug and alcohol screens for this "safety sensitive" position.
• Must have at least two state mechanical certifications at the time of employment. Certification as a State Master Mechanic or NIASE certification in diesel, gas engine, and brake repair is preferred.
• Ability to use a variety of automotive tools and diagnostic equipment to perform automotive repairs.
• Ability to inspect and troubleshoot a variety of automotive problems.
• Knowledge of the practices and safety issues involved in maintaining vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to effectively diagnose equipment problems and work cooperatively with equipment users to maintain preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete maintenance records, both in electronic and non-electronic format.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and equipment manufacturer's manuals.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with county employees, contractors to the county, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, elected officials, bus patrons and the public.
• Skill in the use of office equipment and technology and the ability to learn new software programs applicable to the position.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands and Work Environment :
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, squat, use hands and fingers, talk, hear, and view written documents. The employee uses hand strength to grasp tools and may climbs ladders. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, such as to operate and repair vibrating machinery, use wrenches, hand tools, etc., and operate motorized equipment and vehicles. The employee must lift or push/pull objects of up to 50 lbs. without assistance. Accommodation will be made, as needed, for employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in both indoor and outdoor weather conditions. The employee works near moving mechanical equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can be very loud.
Otsego County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefit Summary
Teamsters Bus Local 214

MERS (Municipal Employees' Retirement System)

Defined Contribution Plan, Employee elects 1-3% and County contributes 2%
Normal Retirement Age: 60
Vesting - 3-6 years graded vesting


Health Benefits

Employees will cost share 20% of medical and Rx premiums. All cost shares will be deducted by pre-tax payroll deduction. New employees will be eiigible to enroll on the first day of employment.

Medical/RX Priority Health HMO


Priority Telemedicine 24/7 Access to physicians


Dental 100/75/50/50, $1,000 ortho max, $1000 annual max


Vision Insurance 12/12/12

Medical Opt-out Option
Eligible employees electing not to participate in the Employer's group medical care coverage will receive an annual stipend of $2,000, to be paid quarterly. Non-participants will provide proof of coverage(s) from another source. Employees who elect to return to the Employer's hospitalization medical insurance shall be added as soon as allowed by plan requirements. Employees that are covered under the Employer's plan through a spouse that also works at the Employer are not eligible for the annual Medical Care Opt Out Stipend.

Life/ADD/Disability
Life Insurance $10,000

ADD $10,000

Short Term Disability up to 26 weeks of coverage 66 2/3% of pre-disability earnings Max: $500 per week

Holidays
New Year's Day Labor Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Thanksgiving Day
Good Friday Day after Thanksgiving Day
Memorial Day Christmas Eve Day
Independence Day Christmas Day
New Year's Eve Day


3 Floating holidays: may be used anytime during the calendar year

Voluntary Benefits
Additional voluntary benefits are available such as, medical flexible spending accounts and dependent care reimbursement accounts, additional life insurance, cancer and additional disability policies as well as 457 voluntary retirement programs.

Personal Time
Every January, all regular full-time employees will be credited with personal hours. Employees that work 40 hours per week will be credited with 72 personal/ESTA leave hours.


Vacation Time
Each regular full-time and regular part-time employee shall earn, on a pro-rated basis, vacation time as follows:


From start date up to and including 5 years of service 80 hours
From 6 years and up to and including 10 years of service 120 hours
From 11 years of service and over 160 hours

Vacation time will be credited to the employee's bank on a bi-weekly basis. Employees can only have up to their base vacation accrued in their vacation bank at any one time and they may not use more than what is currently in their vacation bank. Vacation leave may not be taken until the employee has been employed for six (6) months


Wellness
Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to our on-site wellness room and access to our County membership at Powerhouse Gym.


EAP Program
We recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and that an investment in your well-being is a sound investment for everyone.
We understand that each of us will be faced with a personal problem in our lives. Such common difficulties may or may not impact our work lives, but will certainly affect the satisfaction in our lives. Most personal concerns can be resolved, or their effects minimized, through appropriate assistance. A counselor helps people work through concerns much like a coach helps an athlete improve through supportive, objective feedback and suggestions.


The Life Advisor Employee Assistance Program is a completely confidential, short-term counseling service, utilizing a practical approach toward problem resolution. Sometimes we are so close to a problem that it becomes hard to look at it, and therefore, we may have a difficult time identifying the solutions. Professional assistance can make the difference between a problem repeating itself, and resolving it for good the first time it occurs.


*This is intended as an easy-to-read summary only. It is not a contract.
The current Teamster Bus Local 214 contract can be viewed