Mechanic - School Bus
Listed on 2026-03-05
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Automotive Technician, Automotive Mechanic
Mechanic - School Bus
Richmond County (GA) Transportation Department - Augusta, Georgia Open in Google Maps
This job is also posted in Richmond County School System
Job DetailsJob : 4881419
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Oct 21, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Job DescriptionTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Twelve (12) month (248 days). Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board. Extended hours beyond the regular school day may be occasionally required.
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Education, Training, and ExperienceHigh School education is preferred.
Certificate and License RequirementsPossession of a valid state driver’s license. Ability to secure a Class B
Commercial Drivers License with a passenger endorsement and school bus endorsement within three (3)
months of employment. Ability to obtain ASE Certification in School Bus Diesel Engines (Test S2) and
School Bus Brakes (Test 84) within one year of being hired.
This position is responsible for performing skilled and routine mechanic maintenance of buses,
automobiles, trucks, tractors, and other vehicular equipment. Independent judgment concerning work
methods and procedures is required, but the work is subject to inspection during the process and upon
completion for quality and conformity with requirements.
interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
diagnoses problems on cooling systems, fuel and exhaust systems, diesel and gasoline engines, and
a wide variety of electrical systems.
on chassis units, brake systems, air and hydraulic, replaces clutches, standard and automatic
transmissions, and differential and steering units.
or other automotive equipment. Performs routine maintenance of shop equipment. May be
required to run road and service calls for disabled buses, maintenance trucks, etc. Drive
replacement bus to site and call for wrecker service when needed.
members, and other metal fixtures. Fills out worksheets and assigns parts to vehicles when work is
completed.
shop equipment used on mechanical work.
as are assigned or required by such employee’s supervisor, other appropriate school personnel, law
board policy administrative regulation, department handbook, as are reasonably necessary to the efficient operation of the school system and its mission.
Thorough knowledge of RCSS policies and procedures. Knowledge of the construction, assembly, adjustment, and maintenance of truck, bus and automotive equipment. Knowledge of the standard practices, tools, and equipment of the truck, bus, and automotive mechanic trades; knowledge of the operation of internal combustion engines, ignition and of other systems; knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, on-board computer systems, air brake…
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