School Bus Bus Mechanic
A 4.0 Bus Mechanic will plan, schedule, repair and perform preventative maintenance on the 4.0 School Services fleet as needed; ensure the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition; and provide written documentation of repairs to meet 4.0 School Services, state and federal requirements.
Contact: Lucas Shaefer 507-514-2128 or [email protected]
Reports to: Location Manager, Lead Mechanic, General Manager, Parts/ Technical Lead
- Accurately inspects, diagnoses, and repairs fleet school buses. Performs road tests and inspects buses to ensure that malfunctions have been corrected and that the bus is operating safely and efficiently
- Exhibits skill and proficiency in performing repairs, and routine and preventive maintenance
- Keeps lead mechanic informed as to status of jobs in the shop
- Assures that buses conform to Minnesota DOT standards
- Maintains a high level of safety standards at all times while performing the responsibilities of the position.
- Promptly reports any abuse of buses and/or equipment to the lead mechanic and/or company manager
- Responsible for inventories of assigned tools and equipment
- Maintains work area in a safe, clean, and orderly condition; maintains equipment and tools in a safe and proper working condition; notifies appropriate personnel of unsafe working conditions
- Completes work orders and maintains records of time worked and materials used; recommends and assists with purchase of needed parts, supplies, and tools; completes records of vehicle maintenance and repair, parts cost, and vehicle inspections
- Serves as an emergency substitute bus driver or bus aide if an appropriate substitute cannot be secured. Performs duties and functions of these positions, and maintains all licenses and certifications required to perform these duties
- Performs emergency road service to disabled buses. Drives replacement bus to site and calls for service, when needed
- Uses a variety of hand tools, diagnostic equipment, welding equipment, and a variety of mechanical aids in the repair, adjustment, and maintenance of school buses
- Assists with checking road conditions during inclement weather, inspects for road hazards, and other safety related conditions as required by the company manager. Ensure proper snow and ice removal on premises
- Assists with driver training in the areas of daily pre-trip inspection and bus components identification
- Attends appropriate workshops and training programs as assigned by the company manager or 4.0 management team
- Understand and comply with 4.0 School services policies and district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
Qualifications:
- Certifications: Valid MN driver’s license with a clean driving record. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a Passenger endorsement & School Bus endorsement, free of Air Brake restriction. Current DOT Medical Card. Clean drug test and background check required.
- Requirements: proof of good driving record, clean background check, attend onboarding and recurring training, must remain in compliance with state/division regulations regarding the use of controlled substances and alcohol as applied to school bus drivers and personnel in safety sensitive positions.
- Skills:
- Strong diagnostic and repair skills for various mechanical systems, including engines, transmissions, and electrical systems
- Ability to learn and upgrade job skills in order to meet changing demands of the position
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates a commitment to teamwork
- The employee may be required to interact with the public, parents and other staff. The employee may be responsible for the safety and well-being of students
- Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality when dealing with students, staff, and/or parent information
- Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
- Proficient in using diagnostic tools and repair equipment
- Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards for vehicle maintenance
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to safely operate a school bus and handle student transportation duties
- Proficiency in Google Applications, technology, and software
- Must fill in for any of the 4.0 part time positions tasks when needed, including, but not limited to: bus driver, van driver, NEMT driver, activity driver, aide, bus washer, and office cleaner.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; talk or hear or smell.
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 125 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to focus during the hours of daylight and darkness.
- This position involves operating a student transportation vehicle, wheelchair lifts, ramps, and securement locks.
- Verbal and written communication skills
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions.
- The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
- The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Work Environment:
- The role typically involves a mix of office work and fieldwork.
- May require occasional evening or weekend work to address emergencies
- Must be able to conduct inspections and oversee activities in various weather conditions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Automotive Repair: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
