id='p1545_'>District Mechanic JobID: 1545
Position Type:
Transportation/Mechanic
Date Posted:
6/16/2026
Location:
District
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
When Filled
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Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent
Completion of first aid and driving courses (District will provide, if not already completed)
Evidence of physical fitness and freedom from communicable disease
Successful completion of criminal background check
Training on highway safety rules and regulations
Licenses or Certifications: Valid State of Illinois Driver license
Completion of a performance test in school bus operation (District will provide training, if not already completed)
Pass annual physical examination in accordance with state and federal law
Successful completion of initial and refresher training for school bus drivers (District will provide training, if not already completed)
Meet all applicable requirements for obtaining and maintaining a school bus driver permit in the state of Illinois (District will provide training, if not already completed)
Preferred: Certifications in the ability to work on Cummins and/or Allison transmissions
Preferred: Prior experience as a mechanic for bus and other vehicle fleets
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Possess effective oral and written communication skills
Able to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions
Able to foster a cooperative work environment
Able to work with students and adults in a positive manner
Physically and emotionally able to perform job responsibilities
Able to attend work regularly and punctually and complete duties in a timely manner
Of good moral character and possessing temperate, ethical, and industrious habits
Skilled in the use of office computer equipment, related software applications, and other standard office machines
Possess effective organizing and coordinating skills
Able to gather data, compile information, prepare reports and use to improve performance
Able to perform multiple concurrent tasks while attending to detail
Skilled in problem solving and resolving issues
Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations, and of the precautions necessary to avoid accidents.
Advanced working knowledge of school bus mechanics and other small engine and vehicle mechanics
Responsibilities and Duties:
Adhere to the Board of Education policies and procedures.
Prompt arrival and full effort throughout the duration of every shift.
Report suspected child abuse/neglect cases as required by statute and district policy.
Work cooperatively with other school personnel.
Meet, as required, with students, parents, administrator and/or consultants in order to better job performance.
Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy or building/department procedures.
Diagnose vehicle problems and perform repairs as needed of all school transportation vehicles including grounds keeping equipment.
Review technical reports, vehicle maintenance manuals, electrical diagrams and meter readings to evaluate, diagnose and repair.
Maintain an adequate inventory of parts.
Schedule preventive maintenance servicing as required by district procedure and applicable law.
Ensure the transportation facility is opened and closed on schedule.
Ensure the transportation facility is operated safely and in compliance with all district procedure and all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Ensure the transportation facility is adequately maintained and cleaned and free of safety hazards.
Monitor two-way radio and answer service calls, as required by the district.
Install accessories such as radios, lights, camera boxes, etc., as required by the district.
Consult with bus drivers regarding maintenance problems/needs and advise/assist as necessary.
Report any questionable damage or mechanical problems to the Director of Transportation.
Coordinate State school bus inspections.
Maintain vehicle maintenance reports as required by district procedure and applicable law.
Serve as substitute bus driver as needed and conform to all requirements of a licensed school bus driver as set forth by the district.
Answer phones and help triage complaints in Transportation Office, when needed.
Be knowledgeable of and adhere to the law, including but not limited to, the Illinois School Code, State Board of Education rules and regulations, School Board policies and procedures, all laws and rules in the safe and legal operation of a school bus, and contractual obligations, where applicable.
Maintain other district vehicles and facilities machinery
Perform any additional duties as assigned.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described below 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 the job, the employee is regularly required to sit 25-50% of the day; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel 75-100% of the day; talk and hear 50-75% of the day; reach with hands and arms (often above the shoulder) 75-100% of the day; stand and walk 50-75% of the day; and bend, squat, kneel, twist and turn 25-50% of the day. The employee must regularly lift and/or move on a daily basis up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
In the work environment, the employee is regularly exposed to video display and regularly works in typical interior/office environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Salary: Based on experience. Minimum Salary is $45,000
Benefits: A benefit package with Health, Dental, Vision, Pension Plan, and Paid Time Off is available.
Term of Employment: At Will
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Evaluation: Annually by Director
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board policy and procedures. Job functions are subject to modification.