Bus Mechanic II, Starts 26-27 School Year

Bus Mechanic II Location: Fairview, Oregon Job Details Job ID: 5727315 Application Deadline: Jun 03, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time) Posted: May 20, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026 Job Description Job Title: Mechanic II Department: Transportation Classification: MECH II Reports to: Transportation Coordinator FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Summary: The job of "Mechanic" is performed to determine needed repairs and/or replacements on a vehicle, ensuring the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition, and providing written documentation of repairs to meet district, state and federal requirements. Essential Job Functions Diagnoses potential vehicle malfunctions to determine needed vehicle repairs and/or replacements. Executes preventive vehicle maintenance programs to maintain vehicles in a safe operating condition. Maintains tools, equipment and/or shop area to ensure the availability and functioning of required tools and equipment within a safe work area. Prepares documentation (e.g., repairs, maintenance records, etc.) to provide written support and/or information to comply with regulating guidelines. Repairs/replaces vehicle systems/components to ensure the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition. Replaces defective vehicle parts/systems to ensure the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition. Maintains prompt and regular attendance. Other Job Functions Assists other personnel as may be required to support them in completing their work activities. Occasionally operates a school bus to transport students on home‑to‑school routes. Performs minor body work (e.g., front ends, fenders, etc.) to maintain the appearance and safe operation of the vehicles. Minimum Qualifications Education and Training Required: High School Diploma or GED. Experience Required: Prior related experience involving gas, diesel and alternative engines. At least two years preferred. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Skills Maintain gas, diesel and alternative engines. Operate hand and power tools. Operate standard office equipment including basic computer applications, such as email and Outlook calendar; use English in both written and verbal form, with correct spelling, grammar and punctuation. Knowledge Repairs, safe working methods and procedure. Abilities Stand for prolonged periods. Inspect and repair buses. Significant Physical Abilities: Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling; hearing conversations and other sounds (e.g., air leaks); near/far visual acuity and depth perception with or without accommodation. Special Requirements Valid Oregon Commercial Driver's License with air brake and passenger endorsements or ability to acquire one within 90 days of employment; evidence of insurability. Oregon School Bus Driver’s Certificate or ability to acquire one within 90 days of employment. Oregon Fingerprint and criminal background check clearance. Other: Provides own basic mechanic’s hand tools. Work Calendar: 260 work days – 12 months, prorated on start date. Position Type: Full Time Salary: $27.91 to $44.68 Per Hour Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education