Techs on the Move: National Express School Maintenance Team Completes IC Bus University Training

Several National Express School (NEXS) maintenance team members recently participated in IC Bus University’s Level Two Advanced Training, the company announced on Sept. 12.

The training took place in Tulsa over three days. Each participant received hands-on training covering advanced diagnostics for various engine platforms, electronics, and bus components from multiple vendors. Trainings were led by representatives from each vendor.

Training Topics Included:

• International® Gasoline Engine Diagnostics
• International® Diesel Engine Training and Diagnostics
• Cummins® Diesel Engine and Diagnostics
• Advanced Electrical and Diagnostics
• Trans/Air® HVAC System Diagnostics
• Mitsubishi Starter and Alternator Systems and Diagnostics
• BraunAbility® Wheelchair Lift Diagnostics
• IC Bus® Electric Vehicle Overview

Participants also received a tour of IC Bus’ assembly plants for their standard and electric school buses and learned about the assembly process.

To conclude training, a skills competition test challenged participants on their maintenance skills and knowledge. Participants inspected and identified faulty issues on five buses using proper diagnostic tools and procedures while also adhering to safety protocols. Topics included Cummins, PSI Propane, Air Conditioning, Advanced Electrical, and Braun lift. Two of the five bus assessments were timed.

“Our training strategy for our team members includes not only hundreds of videos and courses available through our Maintenance University platform, but we also host hands-on and instructor-led training events throughout the year to ensure that our techs receive the most up-to-date training available,” said Wayne Skinner, senior vice president of maintenance at National Express. “Our teams are the best-of-the-best in the industry, and I am proud to work with such an admirable, skillful team of experts who profusely give it their all to ensure students are safe.”

National Express School (NEXS) operates more than 15,590 school buses, serves more than 429 school districts and contracts in 30 states and two provinces, and transports more than 1.3 million students on a daily basis.