Preventative Maintenance Bus Mechanic II

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.

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;
• 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;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff.

Skills

• Working knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards;
• Ability to operate automotive equipment;
• Frequent exposure to hazardous materials, gases and chemicals, moving parts, and inclement weather conditions.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings or weekends)