Transportation Mechanic

Position: Transportation Mechanic

*This position will start January 2026.*

• Minimum 18 years of age 
• High School Diploma/GED (preferred)
• Required or be eligible to obtain and maintain State School Bus Drivers Certification Course
• Required or be eligible to obtain and maintain valid Texas Commerical Drivers License with "P" and "S" endorsements
• Required or be eligible to obtain and maintain state vehicle inspection certification
• Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and subject to random testing as outlined in the LPISD Board Policy

Job Description: Responsible for the performance of directed and necessary repairs and upkeep of district fleet vehicles as outlined.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Perform state inspection on required vehicles
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and repair needed items
• Analyze and diagnose failures of all LPISD vehicles and recommend repairs as needed
• Perform major-technical repairs and overhauls of ignition systems, fuel, electrical, etc.
• Document all repair work on maintenance worksheet
• Perform necessary repairs listed on Bus Drivers and Vehicle Maintenance forms
• Perform all repairs on transportation department equipment, within the capability of the department
• Respond to emergency calls when notified. One mechanic will be on call on a rotating basis any time a bus is out
• Drive bus route as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Automotive diagnostic equipment; wheel balancing equipment; tire repairing equipment; small hand tools; power tools; welding torch; torque wrench; jack and lift equipment; computer and peripherals; school bus and district vehicles.

Posture: Moderate standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Moderate walking, climbing; frequent grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; moderate driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Other Information: 

Apply online by completing the Manual Trades Licensed application at www.lpisd.org. Submit a resume, letter of interest and copy of license with your application. Three references must be provided and must include your current supervisor.

The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.

Pay Grade: Manual Trades, Pay Grade 4, 250 Days

Minimum: $16.48

Midpoint: $19.86