Automotive Service & RepairHeavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle Maintenance
About the job
Requirements
Strong knowledge of large diesel engine mechanics and repair techniques is required.
Strong ability to align priorities and produce quality work under pressure is required.
Strong mechanical problem-solving skills are required.
Basic computer knowledge is required.
Experience working with school buses is preferred.
A basic understanding of Minnesota school bus compliance standards, including pre-inspection guidelines, is preferred.
A Minnesota Class B school bus driver license with passenger and school bus endorsements is preferred.
One to three years of CDL-qualified driving experience, preferably school bus driving experience, is preferred.
The ability to work indoors and outdoors is required.
The ability to assess situations and obtain parts for installation or diagnose issues requiring referral to an approved diesel bus mechanic is required.
The ability to safely lift bus equipment and parts and to move under a bus and through various areas of the bus interior is required.
Responsibilities
Service the school bus fleet through mechanical repairs and parts replacement.
Purchase school bus parts to adequately supply needed repairs.
Maintain inventory as needed.
Coordinate and transport school buses to and from vendor locations for repair.
Record all maintenance-related repairs and inspections of the bus fleet in the maintenance system.
Perform periodic inspections on buses as directed.
Train and evaluate transportation team members on proper school bus pre-trip inspection procedures and techniques.
Provide emergency backup bus driving services on an on-call basis.
Perform other duties as assigned by the transportation supervisor.
Desired Qualifications
Experience working with school buses.
A basic understanding of Minnesota school bus compliance standards, including pre-inspection guidelines.
A Minnesota Class B school bus driver license with passenger and school bus endorsements.
One to three years of CDL-qualified driving experience, preferably school bus driving experience.
Description
Position Overview:
The Blake bus mechanic is responsible for Blake’s bus maintenance program. This includes vehicle repair, preventative inspections, pre-trip inspection training, parts purchasing, service coordination with vendors and daily entry of maintenance data into the database.
Requirements
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Service school bus fleet with mechanical repair and replacement of parts
Purchase school bus parts to adequately supply needed repairs
Maintain inventory as needed
Coordinate and transport school buses for repair to and from vendor locations
Record all maintenance-related repairs and inspections of the bus fleet into Blake’s maintenance system
Perform periodic inspections on buses as directed
Train and evaluate transportation team members on proper school bus pre-trip inspection procedures and techniques
Provide emergency backup bus driving services on an on-call basis
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor of transportation
Experience and Skills:
Required Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of large diesel engine mechanics and repair techniques; experience working with school buses preferred
Strong ability to align priorities and produce quality work under pressure
Strong mechanical problem-solving skills
Basic computer knowledge
Preferred Qualifications:
Basic understanding of Minnesota school bus compliance standards—pre-inspection guidelines preferred
Licensed school bus driver—MN Class B (including passenger and school bus endorsements)
One to three years, CDL-qualified driving experience (school bus driving experience)
Working Conditions:
Indoor and outdoor work is required
Must be able to assess situations and obtain parts for installation and/or diagnose issues requiring the bus to be taken to an approved diesel (bus) mechanic
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to safely lift bus equipment and parts and get up and down from under a bus and various areas of the bus interior
Disclaimer:
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.