Rate of pay range reflective for first year of hire + ASE certifications. Please review current CBA for additional information. 

Description 

• Make weekly, monthly, and annual inspection of school buses, or as required, in order to ensure a minimum of road failures and a maximum of safety and economy of operation. 
• Report to the Head Skilled Trade Mechanic any failure of the bus which could make it unsafe for transporting students. 
• Take in-service training courses where possible and practicable. 
• Keep records and make reports as required. 
• Obtain and keep current a Michigan CDL Group A driver’s license with applicable endorsements (P and S).
• See that all buses are started, both A.M. and P.M. Back buses out of garage, A.M. and P.M. 
• Repair district vehicles as needed to maintain daily operation. 
• Repair buses as needed. 
• Work collaboratively with Auxiliary Service staff to promote a positive and successful transportation operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

• ASE Certification, required within 18 months of hire per CBA.
• Qualified candidates must have, or be willing to acquire, a Michigan CDL Group A driver’s license with applicable endorsements (P and S). 
• Must be able to comply with all standards set forth by the Department of Transportation, including successful completion of annual physicals and pre-employment/random drug screens. 
• Must have successful experience as a skilled trade mechanic. A minimum of two years previous experience, preferred.
• Possess the ability to maintain a positive working relationship with staff, students and community stakeholders. 
• Demonstrate the ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions in accordance with board policies and administrative guidelines.
• Ability to utilize district technology and work to maintain proficiency as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the district. 
• Demonstrate patience, an even temperament, and calmness under stress. 
• The candidate must show dependability, initiative, self-reliance, honesty, and moral conduct above reproach. 
• Exhibit strong teamwork, interpersonal communication and problem solving skills as well as the ability to work as an effective team member.