The River Falls School District is seeking a skilled, dependable, and safety-focused School Bus Mechanic to maintain and repair the District''s transportation fleet. This position is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, servicing, and repairing approximately 35-40 school buses and 20 support vehicles, ensuring all vehicles operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with state and federal regulations. This is a full-time, year round position beginning approximately August 31, 2026.
The ideal candidate takes pride in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, and keeping our students and staff safely on the road. Mechanics provide your own tools. Perform preventative maintenance inspections on school buses and District vehicles. Diagnose and repair gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC systems, electrical systems, and other vehicle components. Inspect vehicles to ensure compliance with Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Department of Public Instruction regulations. Prepare vehicles for annual inspections. Maintain and repair all District vehicles and equipment with wheels and motors, including school buses, vans, pickups, maintenance vehicles, grounds equipment, and other support equipment. Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues using diagnostic equipment. Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair logs, inspection reports, and parts inventory. Coordinate repairs and maintenance schedules to minimize vehicle downtime. Order parts and maintain an organized shop and inventory. Respond to roadside service calls or emergency vehicle repairs as needed. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment. Follow all District safety policies, OSHA requirements, and manufacturer recommendations. Perform other duties as assigned to support Transportation and District operations. May need to drive school bus on an as needed basis
Experience maintaining and repairing medium- or heavy-duty trucks, buses, or similar equipment. Strong knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, electrical systems, brakes, hydraulics, and preventative maintenance practices. Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical problems efficiently. Ability to work independently while prioritizing workload. Strong communication and organizational skills. Basic computer skills for maintenance diagnoses and parts lookup.
Class A or B CDL License. Ability to obtain and maintain a Wisconsin Commercial Driver License (CDL) with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) and Air Brake endorsements, or obtain within a district-established timeframe. Candidates who do not currently possess a Class A CDL must be willing to obtain one within a timeframe established by the District. Assistance with obtaining a CDL may be available.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Ability to stand, bend, kneel, crawl, climb, and work in confined spaces. Ability to work in varying weather conditions and shop environments. Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and vehicle lifts.
Required application materials include a WECAN standard application and question set. Our application process is paperless; emails and hard copies will not be accepted.
Applications will be screened as they are submitted and candidates may be contacted for interviews prior to the close date of the job posting.
The School District of River Falls serves 3,300 students in grades PK-12. The greater community of 15,000 residents is home to a UW system college and technical college and serves as a suburb to the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. To learn more about our school and community visit: http://www.rfsd.k12.wi.us/district/employment-opportunities.cfm
The School District of River Falls embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices that support our goal of a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Specifically, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex (including gender identity, gender expression, and nonconformity to gender role stereotypes), race, religion, national origin, color, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap.
In alignment to our values and Title IX legislation, we do not discriminate on the basis of sex. Any inquiries about the application of Title IX may be referred to either or both the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education or the Director of Human Resources, 852 E. Division Street, River Falls, WI 54022, (715) 425-1800, nate.schurman@rfsd.k12.wi.us. If, because of a disability, you require the assistance of auxiliary aides or services in conjunction with the application process, or to request employment-related accommodations, please contact: jennifer.karras@rfsd.k12.wi.us or 715-425-1800 ext. 1101.