Vehicle Maintenance Technician or Apprentice Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Vehicle Maintenance Technician or Apprentice Vehicle Maintenance Technician JobID: 2488 Position Type: General Transportation/Vehicle Maintenance Technician Date Posted: 10/8/2026 Location: BCIU Transportation Center - Route 61 Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU! Vehicle Maintenance Technician Summary of position: Render cost efficient repair and maintenance service to vehicles owned/leased by the Berks County Intermediate Unit. Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details): Repair, inspect, and service BCIU vehicles, such duties to include, but not limited to, routine maintenance such as checking heaters, fluid levels, tires - pressure and wear, and daily winter starting of vehicles. Perform minor repairs to BCIU vehicles and equipment owned or leased such duties to include, but not limited to, lubrication, oil and filter changes, brake repairs, changing tires, emergency service, routine tune-up, and state inspection. Repair vehicles while establishing priority for items of safety along with maintenance and state inspection. Qualifications: High school diploma with mechanical/electrical training preferred. Two years relevant experience in vehicle maintenance preferred. Ability to repair and maintain diesel-operated vehicles preferred. Must hold or be willing to obtain and maintain a valid Pennsylvania Class B Commercial Driver's License with school bus driver's endorsement and a valid PA State Inspection License for school buses. Capable of doing repair work involving substantial initiative, discretion, and mechanical skills under minimal supervision. Schedule: Full-time, 12 months/year Salary: Vehicle Maintenance Repair III- $69,135.00 to $93,535.00 Vehicle Maintenance Repair II- $58,499.00 to $79,145.00 Vehicle Maintenance Repair I- $54,529.00 to $73,774.00 Apprentice - Vehicle Maintenance Repair Summary of position: Assist in rendering cost-efficient repair and maintenance service to vehicles owned/leased by the Berks County Intermediate Unit. Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details): Assist in repairing, inspecting, and servicing BCIU vehicles, such duties to include, but not limited to, routine maintenance such as checking heaters, fluid levels, tires - pressure and wear, and daily winter starting of vehicles. Perform minor repairs to BCIU vehicles and equipment owned or leased such duties to include, but not limited to, lubrication, oil and filter changes, brake repairs, changing tires, replacing light lenses, and cleaning heater filters. Prepare vehicles for trade-ins by removing cameras, radios, GPS units, and decals. Qualifications: High school diploma with mechanical/electrical training. Ability to work flexible hours. Demonstrated ability to repair and maintain diesel-operated vehicles preferred. Demonstrated ability to apply initiative, sound judgement, and mechanical skills with minimal supervision relative to vehicle repair and maintenance work. Ability to successfully complete essential function screening. Ability to obtain a Pennsylvania Class B Commercial driver's license with school bus driver's endorsement when eligible. Must be willing to obtain and maintain a valid Pennsylvania State Inspection License for school buses, when eligible. Schedule: Full-time, 12 months/year Salary: Vehicle Maintenance Repair- $42,544.00 to $57,561.00