School Bus Technician
Location: St. Louis, MO
Schedule: Monday–Friday (operating hours) | 5:00 AM–6:00 PM
Pay: $25–$30 per hour, based on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time | 12-Month Position
Keep Students Moving Safely
We are seeking a skilled School Bus Technician to help maintain and repair the buses and vehicles that safely transport students each day. This is an opportunity to use your mechanical expertise while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students throughout the community.
As a School Bus Technician, you will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, inspections, and road service to keep the fleet safe, reliable, and road-ready.
What You'll Do
- Inspect, diagnose, repair, and service school buses and other District vehicles.
- Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs.
- Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines, brakes, steering, transmissions, and electrical systems.
- Complete required state vehicle inspections.
- Respond to road service and emergency repair calls as needed.
- Use diagnostic tools, shop equipment, and hand and power tools safely and effectively.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of repairs and maintenance performed.
- Follow District, state, and federal safety and maintenance requirements.
- Collaborate with other technicians and transportation team members to keep the fleet operating efficiently.
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Strong general knowledge of diesel engines/gasoline engines, brakes, and transmissions.
- Mechanical or school bus maintenance experience preferred.
- State Vehicle Inspector certification required or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
- Valid Class B CDL preferred, with the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
- Missouri CDL with passenger endorsement preferred.
- School Bus ASE certification is a plus.
- Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to workplace and vehicle safety.
Why Join Us?
- $25–$30 per hour, based on experience
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Missouri Public School Retirement System enrollment
- Paid holidays
- 15 PTO days per year
- 10 vacation days accrued annually
- Healthcare spending account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Stable Monday–Friday schedule
- Opportunity to make a direct impact by helping keep students safe
If you're an experienced mechanic or technician with strong diesel/automotive, brake, transmission, and vehicle repair knowledge, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today!
Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.