Lead School Bus Diesel Mechanic Jobs Georgia | Woodward Academy (College Park, GA)

Woodward Academy
1662 Rugby Ave
College Park, GA 30337

Woodward Academy is hiring for what is truly one position with three jobs, and this Lead School Bus Diesel Mechanic job is one of the more distinctive lead school bus diesel mechanic jobs in College Park, Georgia. You lead the Fleet Maintenance Department for Student Transport, work on the buses yourself, and keep the compliance records, all in a non-exempt, 12-month position. On the shop side, that means diagnosing and repairing electrical, exhaust, cooling, brake, suspension, and drivetrain systems, completing scheduled inspections, and keeping every bus safe and ready before the morning route. On the compliance side, the lead maintains the DOT school bus maintenance filing system, documenting inspections, repairs, and service intervals so the fleet stays audit-ready and meets DOT, FMCSA, and school bus maintenance requirements.

In real hiring situations, the school looks for a working leader who can turn wrenches, organize the department, and keep clean records without being reminded. A CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements is needed to road test and move buses, and diesel technicians and heavy truck diesel technicians often make the transition well, since the same diagnostic discipline carries over to school bus platforms. Heavy duty mechanics and fleet maintenance leads who are ready for more responsibility and a steady, schedule-friendly environment are strong fits. The position draws applicants from College Park, Atlanta, and the Southeast, making it a natural match for anyone searching Diesel Bus mechanic jobs Georgia, and it is part of the broader market of automotive and fleet careers across the United States. It can be found alongside other openings on an automotive only job board, where every job seeker is there for an automotive career and every applicant’s information reaches the employer’s hiring authority directly.

Hat one: the lead

• Prioritize and write work orders for repairs and preventive maintenance
• Guide and assist mechanics with vehicle diagnosis and repairs
• Work independently and give direction to the mechanics
• Oversee and monitor the overall operation of the department

Hat two: the mechanic

• Repair and adjust electrical, exhaust, cooling, brake, suspension, and drivetrain systems
• Evaluate vehicles for major repairs, overhauls, and component replacement
• Coordinate the preventive maintenance program and recommend repair or replacement of major vehicle systems
• Interpret computer fault codes and use hand and power tools
• Keep the fleet safe, reliable, and properly maintained

Hat three: the recordkeeper

• Maintain the DOT school bus maintenance filing system, including required maintenance, inspection, and repair records
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills the job calls for

• Automotive and diesel repair, parts, systems, and diagnostic techniques
• Preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of vehicles and school buses
• Prioritizing repairs and work orders
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Minimum qualifications

• Five years of automotive and/or school bus diesel training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties
• CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Preferred qualifications

• Leadership or supervisory experience in an automotive, diesel, or school bus maintenance setting
• Knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and school bus maintenance requirements
• Experience maintaining fleet maintenance records
• Experience maintaining inventory, including ordering parts, supplies, and tools
• ASE certification

Physical requirements

• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, and grasping
• Carrying items up to 100 pounds at times
• Seeing, hearing, and identifying the mechanical conditions and sounds needed to diagnose and repair vehicles

Benefits at Woodward Academy

Woodward Academy credits its people for its successes, and its benefits are part of your overall compensation. The package is meant to protect your health, your family, and your way of life, and it includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement for employees pursuing approved advanced degrees
• TIAA retirement match at 6%
• Wellness programs, including free access to the on-campus gym, fitness classes, wellness events, free lunch, and partnerships that support overall well-being and financial success, among other offerings
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

About Woodward Academy

Woodward Academy brings together students from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. It describes its students and graduates as caring, compassionate global citizens.

Hiring conditions

Woodward Academy provides a safe, drug-free environment. All offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment screening under applicable state law, including background checks, substance testing, and DOT requirements. Woodward Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

***YOUR INCOME RANGE MAY VARY BASED ON YOUR EXPERIENCE***

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