Assistant Mechanic

Deadline: November 13, 2026

District/Organization: Holly Area Schools

Position/Type: Other, full time

Position Details

The Position

Head Mechanic and/or designated supervisor assigns the daily work load. The Assistant Mechanic’s duties include all areas of vehicle maintenance, diagnosis, and repair on school buses, pick-up trucks, vans, tractors, and other vehicles or mechanical equipment owned by the school district.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, or equivalent education required. Technical School degree in automotive truck and tractor maintenance preferred, with three to five years’ experience.
• Must possess or be willing and able to obtain licenses and certifications required to drive a school bus with passengers within a timeframe established by the District.
• Must possess or be willing and able to obtain a current Michigan License through either ASE or the State of Michigan in the following areas: Heavy Duty Brakes, Heavy Duty Suspension and Steering, Heavy Duty Diesel Engines, Heavy Duty Drive Train and Computer Electronic Engine and Transmission Diagnostics within a timeframe established by the District.
• Must possess bus and truck mechanic tools.
• Follows FERPA Laws and student privacy.
• Adheres to District and school rules, policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Behaves in a way that demonstrates collegiality, professionalism, and respect for students, staff, families, and the public.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance, which is an essential function of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose vehicle problems and perform repairs as needed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and State and Federal regulations.
• Assist with routine preventative maintenance, inspection, servicing, and repair of District vehicles, school buses, and equipment.
• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• Keeps shop equipment and tools in proper working order.
• Maintains a clean and organized garage and grounds area (i.e., snow removal).
• Inspects and repairs electrical systems.
• Performs engine tune-ups; troubleshoots and repairs engines.
• Inspects, services, and repairs transmissions, cooling lines, and filters.
• Inspects, services, and repairs brake systems, air, and hydraulic systems.
• Inspects, services, and repairs drivetrain, front suspension, windows, and frames.
• Inspects, services, and repairs cooling systems, radiator hoses, pump, and block.
• Repairs carburetors and fuel problems; Inspects, services, and repairs exhaust systems.
• Answers service calls and responds to breakdowns; conducts on-site repairs when possible.
• Repairs hydraulic wheelchair lifts and hydraulic lift gates; installs seat belts and harness on Special Needs buses.
• May be required to work overtime during special situations, inclement weather, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, hold; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is frequently required to talk and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to balance or climb.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

This position reports to the Director of Operations, Transportation Supervisor, and District Administration.

Application Process

External applicants can apply via email to Tricia Murphy-Alderman, Director of Human Resources, [email protected]. Applications should include a letter of interest/cover letter, resume, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation.

E-mail: [email protected]