Copy Of Bus Mechanic (3, 2, or 1/Fuel Truck Driver)

Mechanic III position reporting to the Shop Supervisor or Inspection Supervisor.

About the Role

This role involves troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of heavy diesel-powered vehicles and gasoline automotive equipment, including school buses and service vehicles. The Mechanic III will diagnose complex malfunctions, perform repairs, and ensure compliance with state standards.

Responsibilities

• Identify and diagnose complex malfunctions using advanced diagnostic test equipment (Prolink & Laptop with vendor software).
• Test repaired and replaced equipment for compliance with state standards.
• Operate specialized power tools, including headlight machines, voltage regulators, tap and dye sets, and A/C recovery systems.
• Repair and replace hydraulic and air brake system components, including antilock brake systems.
• Straighten damaged frames and other body components.
• Repair and replace U-joints, differentials, drive-lines, engines, transmissions, and front-end and steering components.
• Check lighting and wiring mechanisms to ensure proper functioning.
• Repair, replace, or adjust starters, alternators, transmissions, and clutch assemblies.
• Change tires, remove and mount tires on rims, and use tire-balancing equipment.
• Understand oral and written instructions and interpret wiring diagrams, specifications, and computerized reference repair manuals.
• Perform North Carolina vehicle inspections on school-owned vehicles.
• Provide instruction to lower-level mechanics in repair and maintenance procedures.
• Accept rotation on after-hours pager service.
• Project a positive image for the department.
• Perform any task listed in the Pitt County Schools Mechanic 1 or Mechanic 2 job descriptions.
• Perform other job duties as assigned by the Shop Supervisor, Inspection Supervisor, Director of Bus Operations, or Transportation Director.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of the operating principles of internal combustion engines and mechanical components of school buses and service vehicles.
• Considerable knowledge of tools and equipment commonly found in automotive repair shops.
• Considerable knowledge of methods used in adjusting and repairing electrical wiring and generating systems of automotive equipment.
• Ability to determine causes of improperly operating automotive equipment and methods for repair.
• Ability to work independently diagnosing and repairing buses on the road.
• Physical strength and agility to move relatively heavy objects and perform manual labor for extended periods.
• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 25 pounds constantly.
• Meet physical fitness requirements as outlined by Federal and State CDL/School Bus licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of heavy diesel-powered vehicles or gasoline automotive equipment.
• Technical training in heavy diesel-powered vehicles or gasoline automotive equipment preferred.
• CDL "B" with applicable endorsements (P, S, T) required within 90 days of employment.
• DPI Bus Inspection Certification required within 12 months of employment.

Skills

• Data Conception: Ability to compare and judge characteristics of data, people, or things.
• Interpersonal Communications: Ability to convey or exchange information, including giving and receiving instructions.
• Language Ability: Ability to read manuals, warranties, and records, and prepare forms using prescribed formats.
• Intelligence: Ability to apply rational systems to solve practical problems with limited standardization.
• Verbal Aptitude: Ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, and follow instructions in mechanical terminology.
• Numerical Aptitude: Ability to utilize mathematical formulas, perform basic arithmetic, and calculate decimals and percentages.
• Form/Spatial Aptitude: Ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.
• Motor Coordination: Ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately using power equipment tools.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle mechanical equipment with minimal eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Color Discrimination: Ability to differentiate between colors and shades of colors.
• Interpersonal Temperament: Ability to deal with people under stress.
• Physical Communication: Ability to talk and hear, including communicating via telephone and two-way radio.

Schedule

12-month employment with an initial 90-day probationary period.