Bus Mechanic

Transportation Facility Maintenance TechnicianLocation: Transportation FacilityRecruiting Start Date: 08/06/2026This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.Estimated Start Date: 08/24/2026Performs scheduled and non-scheduled preventative maintenance services and repairs to district vehicles and equipment such as school buses, trucks, automobiles, and limited small equipment items; inspects, repairs, and maintains functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery. This is a position where bus driving may be required. Incumbent must meet all requirements of local, state, and federal regulations for controlled substance testing including pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and random drug and alcohol testing.The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.Reports consistently for work as scheduledPerforms other duties as assignedAttains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance StandardsAssists leadership with organizing, scheduling, coordinating, and overseeing various maintenance programsAttends training and in-service meetingsConducts annual bus inspections to ensure compliance with the Colorado Department of Education's safety regulationsFollows all safety rules and regulationsKeeps current with Colorado Rules and Regulations Governing Operation of School Transportation VehiclesMaintains clean and efficient operating work areaMeets the essential functions for Bus Driver when operating in that capacityPerforms electrical repairs, pneumatic system repairs, hydraulic repairs, mechanical repairs, and fuel system repairsPerforms preventative maintenance proceduresPerforms troubleshooting and diagnostic duties on all types of vehicles and heavy equipmentPerforms welding repairs as neededPossesses and maintains an acceptable driving recordPrepares and enters records of work performed and parts used on all district equipment repairedPrepares work orders and reports/solves maintenance problems before they become emergenciesQualifies for district's Vehicle Operator License InsuranceReads and interprets service and parts manualsRecommends purchase of suitable supplies, tools, and equipmentRepairs, cleans, lubricates, and stores maintenance tools and equipmentResponds to all service breakdowns and work orders as requiredResponds to operator requests and/or researches appropriate solutionsStays current with Colorado Rules and Regulations Governing Operation of VehiclesKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to access, input, and retrieve information in various software systemsAbility to analyze malfunctions in equipmentAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingAbility to drive and operate a school bus safelyAbility to drive district vehicles in adverse weather or as needed to meet department requirementsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general publicAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional mannerAbility to input work orders on a computer and generate reports if neededAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to make minor/major repairs on mechanical equipmentAbility to manage simultaneous demands and set clear prioritiesAbility to operate and care for mechanized equipmentAbility to recognize safety issues in the workplaceAbility to train others in procedures and the use of equipmentAbility to use computer equipment and related software to support diagnosticsAbility to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilitiesAbility to work independently without direct supervisionCommitment to the education of students as a primary responsibilityConsiderable knowledge of computer equipment and related software for diagnosticsDemonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthinessDetail-orientedEnergetic, creative, innovative, flexibleExcellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of district operations, rules, policies, procedures, and regulationsKnowledge of proper vehicle maintenance proceduresKnowledge of repair and operations of machinery and equipmentKnowledge of welding applicationsOrganizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skillsStrong mathematical and calculation skillsStrong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skillsWork Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.Work is generally conducted in a garage/maintenance facility setting.The incumbent may experience exposure to fumes, electrical, and maintenance hazards associated with the working environment.The incumbent may experience exposure to the elements while performing duties.The incumbent may be called upon to perform duties in response to inclement weather.Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functionsSits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing dutiesHas oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devicesUses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensilsSubject to hazardous conditions of ice and snow while performing transportation dutiesLifts or carries burdens up to 50 lbs., and pushes and/or pulls other burdens weighing 100 lbs.; may have to lift students when requiredHas visual capacity enabling safe operation of tools and machineryDistinguishes depth and objects in a wide field of visionSpends the majority of time sitting and may stand and walk while performing dutiesStrength and flexibility: stands, climbs, stoops, kneels, bends, crouches, crawls, twists, reaches, sits, navigates on a creeper, and walks while performing dutiesCognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.Required Qualifications:Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification - National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, Colorado Driver's License - Department of Revenue - Division of Motor Vehicles, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) -Class B - Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Diesel Opacity License - Colorado Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), First Aid - American Heart Asc. / Red Cross / Etc., High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent, Mountain Driving Instruction and Special Education Training - Academy District 20, Physical Qualifications & Medical