Bus Mechanic
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- LSC Transportation Center, Indiana
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Skilled trades
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair.
- Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel engine systems.
- Ability to safely operate shop equipment and diagnostic tools.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Eligible to obtain an Indiana Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
Nice to have
- Two years of technical automotive and/or diesel mechanic training.
- Experience maintaining heavy-duty trucks, buses, or diesel equipment.
- Indiana Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
Full description
LAFAYETTE SCHOOL CORPORATION
Bus Mechanic
POSITION TITLE: Bus Mechanic
STARTING WAGE: Beginning at $22.00-$28.00 per hour (based on qualifications and experience)
BENEFITS: Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, PERF retirement, paid vacation, paid holidays, paid sick leave, and personal leave.
Keep Our Students Moving Safely
The Lafayette School Corporation is seeking a skilled and dependable Bus Mechanic to join our Transportation Department. Our mechanics play a vital role in ensuring the safety and reliability of a fleet that transports thousands of students each day. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of diesel-powered school buses and service vehicles in a collaborative, team-oriented environment while enjoying excellent benefits, a stable year-round schedule, and meaningful work that directly supports student success.
Located in the heart of Greater Lafayette, our community combines the amenities of a growing city with the innovation and energy of Purdue University, making it one of the premier places to live and work in the Midwest.
REPORTS TO
Director of Transportation
POSITION SUMMARY
The Bus Mechanic performs preventative maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and safety inspections on school buses and other corporation-owned vehicles. This position ensures that all transportation vehicles meet or exceed federal, state, and local safety requirements while helping maintain a safe, dependable fleet for students and staff.
EMPLOYMENT TERMS
- 12-Month Position (260 Days)
- Full-Time
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair.
- Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel engine systems.
- Ability to safely operate shop equipment and diagnostic tools.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Eligible to obtain an Indiana Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
Preferred
- Two years of technical automotive and/or diesel mechanic training.
- Experience maintaining heavy-duty trucks, buses, or diesel equipment.
- Indiana Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES