Lead School Bus Diesel Mechanic, Student Transport
Posted 3
views
Description
Lead School Bus Diesel Mechanic, Student Transport
Woodward Academy is Atlanta at its very best. We intentionally bring together students from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, creating a richer learning community and exceptional academic opportunities. Our students and graduates are caring and compassionate global citizens who are a microcosm of what the world should be.
Position Summary:Oversees and monitors the overall operation of the Fleet Maintenance Department at Student Transport at Woodward Academy.
Specific Duties:
- Prioritizes and writes work orders for vehicle repairs and preventive maintenance
- Provides guidance and assistance to mechanics with vehicle diagnosis and repairs
- Coordinates the preventive maintenance program and recommends repair or replacement of major vehicle systems
- Evaluates vehicles for major repairs, overhauls, and component replacement
- Performs repairs and adjustments to electrical, exhaust, cooling, brake, suspension, and drivetrain systems
- Maintains the DOT school bus maintenance filing system, including required maintenance, inspection, and repair records
- Monitors fleet maintenance to ensure vehicles are safe, reliable, and properly maintained
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Automotive and diesel repair, parts, systems, and diagnostic techniques
- Preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of vehicles and school buses
- Use of hand and power tools
- Interpreting computer fault codes
- Prioritizing repairs and work orders
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and provide direction to mechanics
Minimum Job Qualifications:
- Five years of automotive and/or school bus diesel training or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the position
- CDL – Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
Preferred Qualifications:
- Leadership or supervisory experience in an automotive, diesel, or school bus maintenance environment
- Knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and school bus maintenance requirements
- Experience maintaining fleet maintenance records
- Experience maintaining inventory, including ordering parts, supplies, and tools
- ASE certification
Physical Requirements:
- Requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, and carrying items up to 100 pounds at times
- Must be able to see, hear, and identify mechanical conditions and sounds necessary to diagnose and repair vehicles
The Lead School Bus Diesel Mechanic, Student Transport position is a non-exempt, 12 month position.
Woodward Academy is dedicated to providing a safe, drug-free environment for its students, faculty, and staff. Accordingly, all offers of employment are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of pre-employment screening in accordance with applicable state law, which includes background checks, substance testing, and DOT requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer