Mechanic II - Road Field Mechanic

About the role

Performs diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on school bus and service vehicles' GPS tracking systems, video recording systems, and other onboard technology systems.

Responsibilities

• Installs, services, identifies, and repairs faults on electronically controlled GPS vehicle tracking system components, video recording systems, and other onboard technology systems.
• Utilizes electronic system software to monitor system performance and identify faulty units.
• Responsible for performing maintenance, repair, and service work on school buses and service vehicles.
• Troubleshoots appropriate corrective measures and performs work to provide a solution.
• Tracks equipment inventory using spreadsheets.
• Maintains compliance and adherence to all safety procedures, occupational health practices, and maintains a safe work environment.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some post-secondary education in electrical equipment repair.
• Two years of experience directly related to school bus and automotive repair.
• Must hold and maintain a valid North Carolina commercial driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
• Considerable knowledge of all aspects of vehicle and school bus operation and repair techniques;
• Considerable knowledge of GPS tracking systems, video recording systems, and onboard technology systems;
• Working knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards;
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to work independently and part of a team and complete tasks in the absence of clear direction;
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff.

Skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
• Google Apps;
• Vehicle and school bus operation and repair techniques;
• GPS tracking systems, video recording systems, and onboard technology systems;
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards;
• Communication skills;
• Problem-solving skills;
• Arithmetic calculations;
• Teamwork and independent work skills;
• Relationship-building skills with school system staff.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings or weekends)