School Bus Mechanic

School Bus Mechanic Heber Springs School District (AR) Central Office - Heber Springs, Arkansas Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Arkansas Jobs In Ed , and Heber Springs School District (AR) Job Details Job ID: 5951548 Application Deadline: Apr 06, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time) Posted: Oct 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description School Bus Mechanic Job Description A public school bus mechanic diagnoses, maintains, and repairs diesel/gasoline buses and district vehicles, ensuring safety compliance through skilled mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic work, preventative maintenance, road testing, record-keeping, parts management, and sometimes driving or training. Key responsibilities include skilled repairs (engines, brakes, transmissions), safety inspections, documentation, ordering parts, managing shop tasks, and adhering to state and district regulations for a reliable student transportation fleet. Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Repair: Diagnose and fix electrical, hydraulic, engine, transmission, brake, steering, and body issues; perform tune-ups, oil changes, tire repairs, and major overhauls. Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled preventative maintenance programs for the entire fleet. Inspections: Conduct thorough safety and compliance inspections to meet state standards. Record Keeping: Maintain detailed maintenance and repair records, often using computer systems. Parts & Inventory: Order parts, manage inventory, and requisition supplies. Road Testing & Service: Road test vehicles to check performance; provide roadside assistance for breakdowns. Shop Management: May direct other mechanics, maintain a safe shop environment, and assist with snow removal/garage duties. Driving/Training: May drive buses as a substitute or provide on-the-job training to drivers. Qualifications & Requirements Education: High school diploma or GED. Experience: Diesel engine/bus repair experience is crucial, often requiring specific training. License: A School Bus license endorsement (Minimum Class B) with passenger, school bus, and air brakes is required. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger (P) and air brake (X) endorsements is required. Skills: Knowledge of diesel mechanics, diagnostics, safety procedures, record-keeping, and manual dexterity. Certifications: ASE certifications in diesel/bus repair are often preferred. Work Environment Conditions: Exposure to various weather, chemicals, noise, heights, and confined spaces. Physical Demands: Involves heavy lifting, working with machinery, and potentially operating vehicles. Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories Administration > Transportation Support Staff > Transportation Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Melissa Morris 800 W Moore St Heber Springs, Arkansas 72543 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr