Bus Mechanic-Maintenance Assistant

09/28/2026

Knappa School District No. 4 is seeking to fill the position of Knappa Bus Mechanic/Maintenance Assistant

Title: Knappa School Bus Mechanic/Maintenance Assistant (1.0 FTE 260-day Position)

Qualifications:

Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent

Possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Oregon Class “B” license, with passenger endorsement and air brake qualified, in addition to an Oregon Department of Education School Bus Certificate

Able to pass physical examination and submit to drug and alcohol screening

Manipulate both hand and power tools

Minimum of two years’ experience as a diesel mechanic or heavy-duty equipment mechanic

Hold first-aid card or be willing to obtain one

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to work harmoniously with other employees

Salary Range is $24.68-$33.44 per hour plus

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor (Superintendent)

Job Goal: Perform required maintenance on district vehicles

Responsibilities:

Maintain bus fleet and district vehicles as required

Assists the Transportation Supervisor in the daily operation of the transportation department

Drive buses and other vehicles

Maintain maintenance records and establish vehicle maintenance schedule

Maintains the bus garage including organization, disposal of waste fluids (oil, anti-freeze ), and ordering and inventory of supplies for vehicles and buses (i.e., fuel, parts, oil, paper towels, cleaners, etc.).

Ensures that assigned buses are clean, fuel and oil are replenished and that buses are in good repair, proper working order and ready for routes and all field and athletic trips.

Assist the Maintenance Director during summer months and special

Be able to react to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned

Maintain confidentiality in all phases of work

Other duties as assigned

Contract: As contract agreement between OSEA and the Board.

Evaluation: As determined by contract, district policy and regulations.

41535 Old Highway 30, Astoria OR 97103 • (503) 458-5993 • FAX (503) 458-6979

It is the policy of Knappa School District to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.