School Bus Mechanic

School Bus Mechanic Salt Lake City School District Transportation - Salt Lake City, Utah Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Salt Lake City School District Job Details Job ID: 5985953 Application Deadline: Dec 06, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time) Posted: Nov 06, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Work Calendar: 242 Days FTE: 1.00 (40 Hours per Week) Contract Status: Contract FLSA Status: Non- Exempt Reports To: Transportation Fleet Manager Starting Wage: $ 57,114 annual Salary Schedule/Lane: 77/D Benefits: Eligible Anticipated Start Date : 12/17/2026 Priority Screen Date: 11/17/2026 _________________________________________________________________ Note: This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing, pre-employment physical abilities testing and Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam. JOB SUMMARY The purpose of the position of School Bus Mechanic is to provide the daily repair and maintenance service on a variety of school buses, automobiles, and heavy-duty equipment to assure their safe, e?ective, and e?cient operation in a timely manner. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check. Additional minimum required qualifications for this position are: High school diploma or equivalent Valid Driver's License and evidence of insurability Must be 21 years of age or older Minimum two years diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance ofmedium or heavy dutymotors Have or obtain a CDL License with School Bus Endorsement within 90 days of hire Have or obtain Utah state safety inspection license within 12 months of hire Work with limited supervision, prioritize, be attentive to details, and meet strict deadlines and schedules with frequent interruptions Communicate e?ectively and e?ciently with diverse groups of people while maintaining con?dentiality and positive working relationships with co-workers, students, parents, and other district employees Adaptable to changing work priorities Able to roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds Speak, read, write, analyze, and follow written and verbal communication in English; listen to, and understand information and ideas presented verbally or in writing; present information in front of groups of people PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS These are examples of skills and experience that the best qualified candidates may have. Not having one or all of them does not disqualify any candidate from consideration. Minimum two years' experience diagnosing, repair and preventative maintenance of school buses. ASE Certi?cation (Master School Bus Mechanic). Any certi?cation/s from engine and or body manufacturers. Certi?cations in any alternative fuel vehicles (including electric). Degree in the automotive ?eld. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES Assists in the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of all district vehicles. Follows prescribed preventative maintenance procedures on all vehicles. Performs services and repairs on school buses, including but not limited to, diesel engines, injectors, pumps, automatic and standard transmission repair and replacement, wheelchair lifts, air brake systems and electrical systems. Responds to school bus driver needs and maintains a positive working relationship with school district employees and students. Responds to emergency road calls during and after regularly scheduled work hours as needed. Performs functions of a school bus driver substitute when needed for the purpose of meeting the district's transportation service needs. Participates in continuing educational training for new techniques and job skills as requested. Maintains regular and predictable attendance to ful?ll job requirements e?ciently and e?ectively. Ability to use most major medium duty electronic diagnostic tools. (Cummins Insite, Allison DOC). Promotes high standards of safety and housekeeping methods in work-connected areas. Drives equipment in and out of repair shop; operates and road tests repaired vehicles to ensure proper function. Maintains vehicle repair records including the nature of the repair, labor hours, and parts used in making repairs. Performs diagnostic inspections on automotive and other motorized or stationary equipment to identify problems, using mechanical, electrical, and electronic testing equipment. Talks to equipment operators, drives, and operates vehicle, or uses diagnostic equipment to identify problems and malfunctions. Assists in other district and department transportation related needs as required. OTHER FUNCTIONS Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an e?cient and e?ective work environment. EMPLOYEE SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES No WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS School Bus Mechanic Physical Demands The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact usat Human Resource Services - Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. ________________________________________________________________________ Non-Discrimination Statement No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 440 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, View phone number on click.appcast.io. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, View phone number on click.appcast.io Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $57,114 Per Year Contact Information Human Resources 406 E 100 S Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Map The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. 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