Campus Bus Driver Mechanic - IDEA Henry (26-27)

Description

Role Mission: The Bus Driver Mechanic (CBDM) will provide basic level solutions of repairs and/or diagnose to the campus bus fleet to ensure the availability of units to be in safe operating condition meeting district, state and federal requirements and criteria with the guidance of the District Mechanic. The CBDM will also drive a school bus while ensuring the entire campus fleet is always maintained in a safe operating condition.

What We Offer

Compensation: Compensation for this role is set at an hourly rate ranging between $25.25 for 0 years of experience and $29.00. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment.

• Comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost.
• Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, generous vacation time, referral bonuses and professional development.
• Relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 1 years’ experience as Diesel Mechanic (preferred).
• Licenses or Certifications: Valid Class A or B Driver’s License with “P” and “S” endorsements, DOT Physical Examination, & State Region Certification.
• Knowledge and Skills: One (1) year of experience within the diesel or automotive industry. Must be able to execute the following mechanic skills and duties: PM inspections, change lights, basic electrical diagnostics, power/ground 2-wire circuits, knowledge of proper fluid levels, oil changes without supervision, belts/hoses/battery replacement, replace synovia parts, computer literate (Service Finder, email, excel), minor repairs, alternators, coolant reservoirs, brakes, window tint (can be trained on the job), seat repairs (patch work, cover and foam replacement).

What You’ll Do

• Make sure bus fleet is in good working conditions and meeting district, state and federal requirements.
• Ensure campuses fleet are in operational condition before using it to transport students.
• Campus Mechanics will seek advice from District Mechanic for any minor repairs on school buses.
• Maintain accurate records of operation work orders.
• Maintain fleet in safe operating condition while having a 7% savings on maintenance cost over previous year.
• Operate within the budget parameters set by the Campus Transportation Manager.
• Work together with Transportation Manager and District Mechanic to have an accurate inventory of all parts at the campuses level.
• Maintain a continuous education and upgrades in diesel engines provided by your District Mechanic.
• Manage multiple tasks by prioritizing work.
• Adapting to changing environments while performing various tasks and by prioritizing work.
• Safely transports students.
• Drives a school bus safely in accordance with scheduled times.
• Establishes safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily.
• Oversees the loading and unloading of students, releasing students to authorized individual; assures that safety belts are fastened in passenger vans.

About IDEA Public Schools

We believe each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools. IDEA Public Schools boasts national rankings on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report’s top high schools lists. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Florida, Ohio, and is on-track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality.

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