Interim Bus Technician

INTERIM BUS TECHNICIAN

at SAS Operations Center

APPROXIMATE DATES December 5, 2025 - March 4, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Plan, schedule, repair and preventative maintenance on Saline Area Schools transportation and maintenance fleet as needed; ensure the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition; and provide written documentation of repairs to meet Saline Area Schools, state and federal requirements.

Saline Area Schools strives to hire individuals who are intrinsically motivated, have a deep desire to grow professionally, believe children deserve to learn in an environment that is the least restrictive, and demonstrate the highest level of cultural competence. SAS strives to employ individuals who possess a strong work ethic, are committed to providing children with boundless opportunities, and understand that equity, inclusion, and social justice are essential to the success of a 21st-century school community.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education/Certification

• Valid CDL license with School Bus endorsement and DOT medical card, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire. 

Preferred Education/Certification

• Preference will be given to individuals with a valid CDL-B license with passenger and school bus endorsements (not restricted from air brakes), a current DOT medical certificate, and a current MDE education card.
• Knowledge of Michigan State Police school bus safety inspection procedures

Required Experience

• Previous documented experience repairing and servicing school buses or medium duty trucks preferred.
• Demonstrated success in performing a wide variety of tasks requiring a proficient understanding of school bus repair. 
• Ability to overhaul engines on both gasoline and diesel powered trucks and school buses. 

Preferred Experience

• Preference will be given to individuals with prior experience servicing school buses.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Diagnose, remove, and assemble body and chassis components from any vehicle; clean, inspect, rebuild, and assemble new or original parts; reinstall components and make necessary adjustments.
• Diagnose potential vehicle malfunctions (e.g. using computer diagnostic equipment) for the purpose of determining needed repairs and/or replacement.
• Inspect, clean, adjust, tighten, and / or repair minor items such as lights, bulbs, lenses, reflectors.
• Repair items such as kingpins, springs, shocks, leaf springs, spring pins. 
• Perform tune-ups. 
• Replace and repair brakes, steering repairs, electrical repairs, air conditioning, and heat repairs.
• Replace or repair minor body parts, floors, fenders, and dents. 
• Service buses for maintenance. 
• Perform minor repairs as requested on daily vehicle inspection reports in a timely fashion. 
• Tire repairs; lube oil and filter changes; minor electrical repairs (bulbs, flashers, fuses); mirror replacement; minor road service; service fuels and fluids. 
• Maintain maintenance and repair computer and paper records on vehicles as required. 
• Performs tire work (e.g. changing, balancing) for the purpose of ensuring all buses and equipment are operating on safe tires. 
• Responds to emergency situations during and outside regular work hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns, including emergency breakdowns and service.  
• Service buses and transportation equipment for the purpose of ensuring a qualified person is able to run the bus on the route. 

• Train mechanic helpers for the purpose of helping them learn the correct and safe way to repair and maintain vehicles. 
• Transport various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at the job site. 
• Assist in the starting of vehicles during winter months. 
• Coordinates with the Transportation Manager on warranty and recall service.
• Be “on call” outside of regular work hours as necessary for emergency breakdowns and service,
• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies. 
• Perform other duties as determined by the Transportation Manager. 
• Mechanics must provide their own basic tools. 

The job descriptions are intended to be an outline and summary of the duties to be performed by personnel. In each instance, it is expected that employees will perform whatever duties are necessary to carry out Saline Area Schools transportation functions, as indicated by the Transportation Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Organize and coordinate work.
• Develop and implement projects.
• Effective and respectful verbal and written communication skills.
• Communicate effectively with drivers.
• Organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
• Engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Demonstrate exemplary attendance and punctuality.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS, WORK HAZARDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands including significant finger dexterity to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision, and close vision such as reading typewritten material. The noise level in the work environment can be low to moderate to loud. The employee may be required to interact with the other staff. The employee may be responsible for the safety and well-being of students. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions. The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for the position. Additional duties may be required. The job description is intended to be an outline and summary of the duties to be performed. Employees are expected to perform whatever duties are necessary to carry out the Saline Area Schools operations functions, as determined by the administrators or Transportation Manager.

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Schedule can be flexible for the right candidate and may be possible to reduce to part-time.

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Temporary position starting December 3, 2025 for approximately 2-3 months
• This position is not benefit-eligible

SALARY

$26/hour plus additional pay of $0.50 per ASE cert

APPLICATION METHOD
EXTERNAL CANDIDATES: All interested and qualified external applicants must complete an application and upload all necessary documents on the TalentEd Website (please visit our HR web page at: https://saline.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx# to access the SAS Job Openings). All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no later than the deadline listed or until the position has been filled.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES: All interested and qualified internal applicants must submit a letter of interest and a current resume via email to Tracey Mulcare, Transportation Manager, mulcaret@salineschools.org. All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no later than the deadline listed or until filled.

NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

If you have any accessibility concerns regarding the completion of this application, please contact Alli Littlejohn, HR Coordinator, littleja@salineschools.org to set up an appointment for additional support.