Collision Technician – Bus Service Center Operations - 60027226
Job details
- Location
- Florence County or West Columbia
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $39,300 - $66,800/yr
- Posted
- yesterday
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
The mission of the South Carolina Department of Education is to serve students, support teachers, empower parents, and engage the community so that every student graduates prepared to reach their full potential.
At the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE), transportation plays a critical role in student access, safety, and opportunity across the state. Our work ensures that students arrive at school safely, reliably, and ready to learn—every day. SCDE Transportation supports districts statewide through maintenance, safety, fleet management, and training. As a state agency, SCDE offers long-term stability, hands-on experience with a modern fleet, professional development, and opportunities to grow within a mission-driven organization.
Job Purpose
The South Carolina Department of Education is seeking a skilled and dependable Collision Technician to perform specialized repair and restoration work on school buses and fleet vehicles following collision damage or structural repair needs. This position plays a key role in restoring vehicles to safe, compliant, and pre-accident operating condition in support of statewide transportation services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure fleet readiness
- Restore damaged vehicles to OEM specifications and pre-accident condition through accurate damage assessment, structural repair, and quality workmanship.
- Inspect vehicles to identify collision-related, safety-critical, and structural damage and determine appropriate repair processes and sequencing.
- Complete structural repairs, body panel replacement, component installation, and alignment work using approved tools, equipment, and repair standards.
- Refinish repaired areas through sanding, priming, painting, and application of protective coatings to meet appearance and corrosion protection standards.
- Prepare repair estimates, document work performed, coordinate with supervisors, and ensure accurate tracking of parts, labor, and repair activities.
- Keep work areas clean and organized, properly use tools and equipment, and follow all safety, environmental, and PPE requirements.
This position is located in the Office of Transportation/Florence Bus Shop.
Position Duties
Work experience involving independent performance of automotive repair, body work, or collision restoration.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger, Air Brake, and Tanker endorsements within 120 days of employment.
Ability to pass required criminal background checks and drug screenings.
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) or more years of experience in automotive mechanical, collision repair, or body shop operations.
Experience with structural repair, panel replacement, refinishing, and damage estimating.
Familiarity with OEM repair standards and shop safety practices.
Other Qualifications
Career Growth at SCDE Transportation
SCDE Transportation values skilled trades and supports employee development through training, certifications, and internal advancement opportunities. Collision Technicians may build advanced repair expertise and pursue progression into senior technician, lead, or supervisory roles within a stable statewide transportation operation.
Benefits
As part of a comprehensive state compensation package, the South Carolina Department of Education offers:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance options for employees and eligible dependents
- Fifteen (15) days annual (vacation) leave per year
- Fifteen (15) days sick leave per year
- Thirteen (13) paid holidays
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation (401k) programs
- Professional development and training opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
The South Carolina Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
http://www.ed.sc.gov/jobs/human-resources/title-ix-nondiscrimination/
Benefits
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Agency Information
EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Department of Education Address 849 Learning LaneWest Columbia, South Carolina, 29172 Phone803-734-8505