Bus Mechanic Assistant​/Bus Driver

Applications will be accepted beginning Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 AM (Eastern Standard Time).

Job Description

Perform unskilled to semi-skilled maintenance, preventative maintenance and general repairs to District vehicles as assigned as needed.

• Perform basic vehicle maintenance duties for District vehicles as directed; assist with transmission service, pack wheel bearings, change oil, filters and tires as necessary.
• Repair and replace wheels, tires, hubs and rims.
• Assist with storing repair parts, supplies, tools, equipment and materials.
• Process work orders for parts used on District vehicles as assigned.
• Assure quality and completion of work assigned.
• Attend required training classes and seminars.
• Assist in starting vehicles.
• Assure proper use of tools, equipment, standard maintenance and safety practices.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Basic mechanical repairs required to maintain District vehicles in proper operating condition.
• Maintenance and operation hazards of District vehicles and safety precautions for related vehicles.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Applicable sections of the Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.

• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Lift heavy objects.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Operate, service and make minor repairs on equipment.

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year general vehicle servicing experience.

Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license.

Trimble County Schools
116 Wentworth Ave.
Bedford, KY 40006