Skilled Craftsman - Transportation

Skilled Craftsman - Transportation Job ID: 35317 Position Position Type: Skilled Craftsman Date Posted: 4/30/2026 Location: Lane Transportation Date Available: Mutually agreeable Closing Date: Until Filled Reports To Supervisor of Transportation and Shop Foreman Basic Function Responsible for performing skilled repair and maintenance of school buses, trucks, cars and related work as required. Qualifications Formal trade school or equivalent acceptable to the district. Four years' experience in an automotive mechanic trade with proficiency in diesel engines, air brake systems and other related systems. Ability to follow written and oral instruction and to complete service records and reports. Stay current on latest diagnostic/fleet maintenance software such as quickserv and M5. Ability to operate machinery, including forklift, plow truck, Bobcat, bus lifts, tractors and tow truck. Ability to diagnose and repair different makes and models of school buses. Able to create and complete work order process. Must have or obtain a CDL Class B Commercial Driver's License and a School Bus Driver's License with P, S and air brake endorsements to be successfully completed within the probationary period of employment. Ability to lift 50 pounds with assistance. May be required to work night shift, extended hours or holidays as transportation or district operations require. Must supply complete set of personal hand tools up to one inch sockets and wrenches. Responsibilities Ensure safety of buses worked on for safe transportation of students, drivers and the general public. Repair complex vehicle systems. Conduct advanced diagnostics utilizing DVOM meters, oscilloscopes, computerized diagnostic equipment to identify complex mechanical and electronic issues. Repair wheelchair lifts, electrical systems, engine performance issues using computers. Diagnose flow charts, wire diagrams, and service manuals. Respond to roadside service calls for bus repairs, accidents, and towing recovery; operate safely, access situations quickly, secure vehicles, and assist driver and supervisor in transfer of students in all weather conditions, day or night. Respond to immediate safety or operational concerns. Open and close transportation department shifts morning and night. Salt plow yards with all equipment as needed for snow removal and icy conditions. Perform heavy repairs of engine, transmissions, suspension, axle, drive shafts and brake systems. Cooperate fully with other transportation department employees and other district personnel. Handle maintenance requests as assigned by the supervisor or designee and complete associated paperwork. Demonstrate subject matter expertise and instruct others in their demonstrated craft skill. Drive school buses on routes transporting students as requested in urgent situations. Fill fuel tanks for school buses and district vehicles. Complete written or electronic maintenance records for all equipment. May be required to work during emergency operations. Perform preventative maintenance on buses and equipment, trucks, plows, skid steer, tractor. Answer spontaneous shop calls. Prepare all buses for biannual state inspection. Repair or replace radio/PA systems. Participate in maintenance operations outside of their demonstrated skill when needed. Operate other equipment as required including a school bus in urgent situations. Minor yard gate repair and clean up of fuel spills. Provide technical guidance and assistance to A and B mechanics on more difficult repairs. Rebuild engines, transmissions, and axles as needed. Salary Salary schedule can be found on the district's website: Start Date Mutually agreeable Equal Opportunity Statement The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator. #J-18808-Ljbffr