Heavy Duty Bus-Truck Mechanic Job
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Employer: Los Angeles Unified School District
SpiderID: 14124456
Location: Los Angeles, California
Posted: 1/7/2026
Wage: $40.55 - $49.70 Hour
Category: Automotive/Mechanic
Job Code / NOC / SOC:
Openings: 5
Job Description:
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
A Heavy Duty Bus-Truck Mechanic repairs a variety of vehicle equipment, including gasoline, diesel, electric, and alternative fuel school buses, medium/heavy trucks, and powered equipment. Additional Duties include:
-Overhauls and maintains a variety of heavy-duty gasoline, diesel, electric, and alternative fuel vehicle equipment, including trucks from one-half ton to ten ton capacity, school buses with gross vehicle weight from 7,000 to 40,000 pounds, crawler and wheel tractors, and rollers.
-Overhauls and maintains passenger automobiles, air compressors, forklifts, skiploaders, etc.
-Diagnoses sources of trouble or failure in vehicle equipment, including those in electronic components.
-Performs repair work, such as installing engines and installing piston rings, fitting bearings, aligning rods, completely overhauling internal combustion engines, tuning up and timing engines, repairing or replacing electronic components, repairing clutches, overhauling transmissions including automatic types, overhauling single- and two-speed differentials, removing and balancing wheels, and inspecting and repairing mufflers and smog control devices.
-Adjusts and repairs hydraulic loading systems and controls, mechanical vacuum boosters, hydraulic and air brakes, suspension systems, steering assemblies, and ignition systems, including the setting of voltage regulators, generators, and alternators.
-Lubricates engines and chassis and performs preventive maintenance checks.
-Performs simple electric and acetylene welding.
-Cleans tools, equipment, and the work area.
-Road tests vehicles.
-Matches tires on dual wheels.
-Performs related duties as assigned.
A Heavy Duty Bus-Truck Mechanic repairs a variety of vehicle equipment, including gasoline, diesel, electric, and alternative fuel school buses, medium/heavy trucks, and powered equipment. Additional Duties include:
-Overhauls and maintains a variety of heavy-duty gasoline, diesel, electric, and alternative fuel vehicle equipment, including trucks from one-half ton to ten ton capacity, school buses with gross vehicle weight from 7,000 to 40,000 pounds, crawler and wheel tractors, and rollers.
-Overhauls and maintains passenger automobiles, air compressors, forklifts, skiploaders, etc.
-Diagnoses sources of trouble or failure in vehicle equipment, including those in electronic components.
-Performs repair work, such as installing engines and installing piston rings, fitting bearings, aligning rods, completely overhauling internal combustion engines, tuning up and timing engines, repairing or replacing electronic components, repairing clutches, overhauling transmissions including automatic types, overhauling single- and two-speed differentials, removing and balancing wheels, and inspecting and repairing mufflers and smog control devices.
-Adjusts and repairs hydraulic loading systems and controls, mechanical vacuum boosters, hydraulic and air brakes, suspension systems, steering assemblies, and ignition systems, including the setting of voltage regulators, generators, and alternators.
-Lubricates engines and chassis and performs preventive maintenance checks.
-Performs simple electric and acetylene welding.
-Cleans tools, equipment, and the work area.
-Road tests vehicles.
-Matches tires on dual wheels.
-Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency.
Experience: Completion of a four year apprentice training program in heavy duty vehicle equipment repair, or four years of equivalent experience in heavy duty vehicle equipment repair. Completion of a heavy duty vehicle repair program from a recognized college or vocational school of at least two years duration may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Special: A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle. A valid Class B California Driver License with a “passenger” endorsement will be required prior to the completion of the probationary period. Must furnish a roll away tool box and hand tools of the trade up to 1-1/4 inch.
SPECIAL NOTE Effective January 1, 1995, all employees in this classification are subject to the Federal Highway Administration regulations for drug and alcohol testing as required by the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991
Special Physical Requirements
-Safely lift and carry automotive parts and equipment weighing at least 50 pounds
-Ability to stand, walk, bend, crawl, crouch, and kneel
-Crawl under vehicles and stretch to reach components requiring repair or replacement
-Manual dexterity to operate automotive repair tools and equipment
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate for Heavy Duty Bus-Truck Mechanic will have working knowledge of:
-Principles of vehicle mechanics, electrical systems, and emission controls
-Vehicle repair tools, including their proper use and care
-Vehicle diesel engines, electric powered drivetrains, alternative fueled power engines, including compressed natural gas (CNG) and propane equipment systems, and hydraulic loading systems
-Safety practices required in the use of garage equipment and the performance of repair work on electrical and fuel systems
-California Vehicle Code relating to requirements of air brake systems in heavy trucks and school buses
The ideal candidate for Heavy Duty Bus-Truck Mechanic will have the ability to:
-Operate and adjust brake grinding equipment, motor analyzers, drill presses, welding equipment, synchronograph equipment, smog emission equipment, and hydraulic presses
-Operate dynamometers, electronic analyzers, various vehicle diagnostic scan tools, and laptops
-Use and read precision instruments such as micrometers and dial indicators
-Read manuals and specifications and select proper parts from catalogs
-Diagnose malfunctions by reading instruments and hearing improper operation
-Access standard District computer software applications, including Vehicle Maintenance Systems, e-mail, and required on-line trainings
-Work cooperatively with other employees
Education: Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency.
Experience: Completion of a four year apprentice training program in heavy duty vehicle equipment repair, or four years of equivalent experience in heavy duty vehicle equipment repair. Completion of a heavy duty vehicle repair program from a recognized college or vocational school of at least two years duration may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Special: A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle. A valid Class B California Driver License with a “passenger” endorsement will be required prior to the completion of the probationary period. Must furnish a roll away tool box and hand tools of the trade up to 1-1/4 inch.
SPECIAL NOTE Effective January 1, 1995, all employees in this classification are subject to the Federal Highway Administration regulations for drug and alcohol testing as required by the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991
Special Physical Requirements
-Safely lift and carry automotive parts and equipment weighing at least 50 pounds
-Ability to stand, walk, bend, crawl, crouch, and kneel
-Crawl under vehicles and stretch to reach components requiring repair or replacement
-Manual dexterity to operate automotive repair tools and equipment
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate for Heavy Duty Bus-Truck Mechanic will have working knowledge of:
-Principles of vehicle mechanics, electrical systems, and emission controls
-Vehicle repair tools, including their proper use and care
-Vehicle diesel engines, electric powered drivetrains, alternative fueled power engines, including compressed natural gas (CNG) and propane equipment systems, and hydraulic loading systems
-Safety practices required in the use of garage equipment and the performance of repair work on electrical and fuel systems
-California Vehicle Code relating to requirements of air brake systems in heavy trucks and school buses
The ideal candidate for Heavy Duty Bus-Truck Mechanic will have the ability to:
-Operate and adjust brake grinding equipment, motor analyzers, drill presses, welding equipment, synchronograph equipment, smog emission equipment, and hydraulic presses
-Operate dynamometers, electronic analyzers, various vehicle diagnostic scan tools, and laptops
-Use and read precision instruments such as micrometers and dial indicators
-Read manuals and specifications and select proper parts from catalogs
-Diagnose malfunctions by reading instruments and hearing improper operation
-Access standard District computer software applications, including Vehicle Maintenance Systems, e-mail, and required on-line trainings
-Work cooperatively with other employees
Job Criteria:
Start Date:
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Experience: 4
Education: High School
Travel: None
Vacation: 2 weeks / year
Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance
Contact Information:
| Contact Name: Justin Hewlett-Bloch | Type: Employer |
| Company: LAUSD | |
| Web Site: https://careers.lausd.org/job/Heavy-Duty-Bus-Truck-Mechanic/1319857600/ | |