Fleet Maintenance Technician/School Driver in Boca Raton, Florida at Golden Apple Transportation

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Job description:

About the Company

We are a small, privately owned transportation company that has been serving schools and other clientele for over 10 years. Our growing fleet includes yellow school buses, coach buses, and luxury SUVs, allowing us to provide safe, reliable, and professional transportation for a wide variety of customers.

As a rapidly expanding company, we pride ourselves on maintaining high safety standards, dependable service, and a strong sense of teamwork among our employees.

About the Role

We are seeking a dependable and motivated Fleet Maintenance Technician / School Bus Driver to join our team. This role combines safe student transportation with hands-on fleet maintenance duties.

The successful applicant will be provided with a specially upfitted Sprinter van, professionally equipped to support bus maintenance and daily operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

As a School Bus Driver:

Safely transport students to and from school and school-related activities.
Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Maintain professional communication with students, parents, and staff.
Follow all state, federal, and company safety regulations.
As a Fleet Maintenance Technician:

Use the equipped Sprinter van to perform light maintenance and inspections on school buses and fleet vehicles.
Wash buses and maintain proper fluid levels (oil, coolant, washer fluid, etc.).
Bleed air tanks, check and adjust tire pressures, and handle minor repairs as needed.
Inspect buses for safety hazards and compliance with regulations.
Refill DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) in diesel buses.
Stock each bus with required supplies.
Report maintenance issues and safety concerns promptly to management.
Complete additional assignments as directed by management, such as transporting buses for service or moving buses between parking locations.
Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (required).
Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements, or ability to obtain prior to employment.
Experience in basic automotive or diesel maintenance preferred.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Ability to work independently and efficiently manage time.
Must pass background check, drug screening, and DOT physical examination.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Experience:
Coach buses: 1 year (Preferred)
CDL Driving: 3 years (Preferred)
School bus Driving: 3 years (Preferred)
Language:
English (Required)
License/Certification:
Passenger Endorsement (Required)
Air Brake Endorsement (Required)
CDL A or B (Required)
School Bus Endorsement (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person