School Mechanic & Driver

Chantilly Schools, based in Banana, offers quality education from Kindergarten,primary to Junior School.With our structured sections and dedicated teachers,we provide a supportive environment where learners excel academically and grow holistically.

School Mechanic & Driver

Job Description

• To keep the School’s fleet (25 to 52 seaters) safe, roadworthy and reliable through professional servicing, diagnosis and repair, and to drive School buses on assigned routes and trips in full compliance with the Traffic Act, NTSA regulations and School policies, with the safety of learners and staff as the first priority.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance (oil, filters, brakes, tyres, belts, fluids, lights, suspension and steering) on all School buses as per the maintenance schedule.

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and body faults promptly, minimising downtime and ensuring buses are available for daily routes.

• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report all defects to the Head of Operations and Fleet Management.

• Prepare buses for NTSA inspection, insurance requirements and annual compliance checks, and ensure all defects raised are rectified.

• Source, request and receive spares and consumables through approved procurement procedures, and advise on quality and cost-effectiveness.

• Supervise any external garages or service providers engaged by the School and verify the quality of work done.

• Maintain tools, workshop equipment and the work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

Driving Duties

• Drive School buses (25 to 52 seaters) on assigned routes, field trips, sports fixtures and other School-approved activities.

• Observe all traffic laws, speed limits and route plans, and keep to approved pick-up and drop-off times.

• Ensure learners board and alight safely, that seating capacity is never exceeded, and that seat belts are used where fitted.

• Work with bus attendants/matrons and teachers on duty to maintain discipline and safety on board.