Bus Mechanic

Manor Independent School District
Manor Independent School District
Posted: March 16, 2026
Full Time
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Job Description

Job Title: Mechanic

Department/Campus: Transportation  

Pay Grade: Operational/Technical Pay Structure

 

 

Primary Purpose:

Perform minor mechanical repairs to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Work on projects assigned, follow established procedures.

 

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B)

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

  • Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs with general supervision

  • Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair

  • Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts

  • Ability to pass required bus driver safety training

  • Ability to pass alcohol and drug test

  • Acceptable driving record

  • Ability to operate bus

Experience:  

Two years experience as mechanic

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.

  • Perform minor mechanical repairs.

  • Help lead mechanic complete major repairs.

  • Do welding and minor body work.

  • Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule. Rotate and balance tires; change oil and filters; lubricate vehicle parts; inspect and replace hoses, belts, mirrors, lamps; and maintain all fluid levels.

  • Maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.

  • Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.

  • Demonstrate process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to mechanic helpers.

  • Perform preventive maintenance; including bleeding of air tanks, on shop equipment according to established schedules.

  • Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.

  • Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.

  • Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

  • Help keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.

  • Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.

  • Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.

  • Work irregular hours as needed.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:                     

None

 

Equipment Used:

Automotive diagnostic equipment, wheel balancing equipment, tire repairing equipment, small hand tools, drill, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, welding torch, torque wrench, jack and lift equipment, school bus and district vehicles

 

Professional Conduct:

  • Maintain professional interactions with staff, parents, community and visitors.

  • Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and withstand pressures.

  • Demonstrate flexibility to change in routine and adapt quickly to changing situations.

  • Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly.

  • Avoid gossip, or speaking badly about the district and district personnel.

Working Conditions

Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching

 

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control. Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts. Exposure to dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline, and diesel fuel.

 

2026-03-05

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