Mechanic 4 - Transportation

Position Type:
Transportation/Mechanic

Date Posted:
5/27/2026

Location:
Transportation

Closing Date:
06/09/2026
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY

POSITION TITLE: Mechanic

ASSIGNMENT: Mechanic 4 - Transportation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A high school diploma or equivalent or trade school certificate
2. Two (2) years documented experience in the particular trade or craft
3. A valid Florida Commercial Driver's License or agrees to obtain within ninety (90) days
4. Physical Requirements: Ability to do strenuous physical tasks during the performance of duties, to include lifting up to 100 pounds, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, etc.
5. Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening

ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Physical ability to perform tasks that involve the regular and, at times, sustained performance of heavily, physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavy objects and materials (75-100 pounds) and occasionally more than 100 pound
2. Physical ability to perform skilled coordinated movements that involve moderate manual dexterity and demonstrate a mastery of the particular tools, equipment, materials and techniques of the trade or craft
3. Physical ability to perform tasks that require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odors, and depths as most tasks require visual perception and discrimination, as well as oral communications ability
4. Physical ability to perform tasks in an environment that may risk exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, odors, wetness, humidity, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, compressed air sources or toxic agents
5. Ability to overhaul, restore, renovate, construct, and/or rebuild equipment, machinery, or objects, requiring adherence to prescribed standards and specifications
6. Ability to adhere to all established safety and housekeeping standards, to include regulatory entities and ensures such standards are not violated
7. Knowledge of electrical systems, steering systems, hydraulic and air brake systems.
8. Knowledge/experience with diesel engines, transmission and differential systems for trucks and buses
9. Knowledge/experience with automotive air conditioning systems
10. Possess or obtain, within one (1) year of employment, certification as a School Bus Inspector as provided by the Florida Department of Education

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs school bus safety inspections in accordance to the most current Department of Education Inspection Manual.
2. Prepares bus inspection reports, performs bus inspections, and periodic maintenance and repairs. Documents completed repairs and complete work orders
3. Handles decisions to remove vehicles from service
4. Performs repairs to vehicles as instructed on the work orders by the Garage Manager or Mechanic V
5. Reports to the Garage Manager, or Mechanic V, any necessary repairs not listed on the work order
6. Performs preventive maintenance according to assigned schedules as needed ( i.e., changing oil, tires, transmission fluid, tune ups, filters and belt replacement)
7. Repairs or replaces damaged or missing parts and components ( i.e., mirrors, glass, windshields, windows, doors, wipers)
8. Operates various standard automotive mechanics' tools and specialized testing and diagnostic equipment in performing assigned tasks (i.e., hand tools, laptop/diagnostic tools, torque meters, voltage meters, air tools, grinders and cutters, staple guns, jacks and lifts)
9. Performs various testing tasks in ensuring vehicle roadworthiness and to ensure vehicles are prepared according to established route schedules, i.e., checking air systems and valves, tire pressures and conditions, testing electrical pathways
10. Performs service and repair on various automotive components and devices ( i.e., mufflers, water hoses, starters, brakes, tires, points, plugs, radiators, cylinders, rotors, horns, wheelchair lifts
11. Diagnoses, repairs, and/or replaces electrical/electronic lighting systems, control systems, cooling systems, transmissions, starting and charging systems
12. Conducts vehicle road tests to ascertain repair effectiveness and performs final inspection upon completion of service/repair prior to release for use and operation
13. Performs cleaning and maintenance of equipment, tools, materials, and vehicles utilized per assigned work order; ensures adherence to principles and practices of safe equipment use and operation
14. Plans and organizes daily work routine and establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology
15. Avoids duplication of effort and efficiently estimates expected time of completion for work elements, and establishes a personal schedule accordingly
16. Attends required meetings, planning sessions and discussions without tardiness and implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules
17. Utilizes computerized diagnostic and manual test methods in identifying services, replacement and vehicle/bus/equipment repair needs
18. Maintains a clean, safe working area
19. Transports vehicles from one location to another
20. Requisitions or orders parts and supplies; assists in maintaining inventories of shop and truck stock items
21. Responds to road calls for breakdowns
22. Assist with parking and the security of the compound
23. Washes and fuels vehicles
24. Performs welding when required
25. Ability to take online/face-to-face courses to keep up with mechanic industry technological advancements.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Performs related duties as required, and all duties assigned by the Garage Manager.

TERM:

Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process

APPRAISAL:

Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board Policy

PAY GRADE:

According to the School Board of Highlands County Non-Instructional Salary Schedule

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups.

Reformatted 7/2010
APA Approved 7/28/2015
Board Approved 4/25/2017
Modified 8/20/2021
Minimum Modified 4/18/2022
APA Approved 8/16/2022

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL:

All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities:

1. Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job
2. Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public
3. Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment
4. Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings
5. Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing
6. Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions
7. Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks
8. Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions
9. Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity
10. Willingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of service

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.
To request accommodations, please contact:

Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources
426 School Street
Sebring, FL 33870
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