BUS MECHANIC

Position Type:
Transportation/Mechanic

Date Posted:
6/4/2026

Location:
Transportation-Twenhofel

Date Available:
07/01/2026

Closing Date:
Until Filled

• Internal Transfer Deadline: June 4, 2026
• 8 HR (Anticipated 7:00am-3:30pm)

TITLE: Mechanic

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Prior experience as a mechanic
2. Possesses the physical and mental ability, as well as driving skills, to operate and drive a bus safely and satisfactorily
3. Must pass a motor vehicle records (MVR) driving record check
4. Meets required physical examination
5. Holds a valid Commercial Driver's License Class B, Endorsements P and S that is valid for interstate driving and a Kentucky School Bus Driver Certificate or must obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License Class B, Endorsements P and S that is valid for interstate driving and a KY School Bus Driver Certificate within ninety (90) days of employment

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation, Assistant Director of Transportation, or Bus Garage Manager

SUPERVISES: None

JOB GOAL: To ensure all transportation vehicles are maintained in a high state of repair.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Be familiar with and follow written guidelines, procedures, and directions from supervisor related to job responsibilities
2. Completes overhauls of: engines, transmissions, differential, and other component parts
3. Performs engine tune-ups
4. Installs tires
5. Completes electrical repairs, body repairs, repairs on brake systems, steering repairs, and other necessary repairs to district vehicles
6. Responds to road service calls
7. Repairs seats, glass, mirrors, doors and other components of a district vehicle
8. Maintains regular attendance
9. Fills in as a bus driver when directed by the Director of Transportation or designee
10. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lift floor to table up to 75 pounds/lift table to chest up to 50 pounds/lift table to overhead up to 40 pounds
• Carry up to 50 pounds
• Climb ladders up to 20 rungs
• Push/Pull up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to assist passengers when needed
• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Days per fiscal year: 245
• Salary Schedule: Classified Employees Salary Schedule, MECH
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

EVALUATION:


Performance of the position will be evaluated annually by Director of Transportation, Assistant Director of Transportation, or Bus Garage Manager