Mechanic III

Mechanic III

Mechanic III job description for Transportation Services, 12 months term reporting to Executive Director of Transportation/Assistant Director of Transportation.

Knowledge and responsibilities include:

• Knowledge of vehicle operation and maintenance
• Knowledge of the operating principles of internal combustion engines.
• Knowledge of the methods of adjusting and repairing the electrical and generating systems of automotive equipment.
• Skill to perform manual tasks associated with engine maintenance, tire replacement, and vehicle diagnostics.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Specific duties include:

• Repair problems found during monthly inspections and routine maintenance
• Respond to road calls and after hour calls as needed.
• Ability to perform major repairs on light and heavy duty fleet vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Acceptable training and experience:

• High school diploma or GED from a regionally or nationally accredited institution
• Five years of experience in the repair and maintenance of automotive or diesel equipment.
• Technical training in automotive or diesel equipment preferred.
• 4 out of 7 ASEs (Diesel, Electrical, Brake & A/C) or possession of 30 day inspection certification for 6 years (preferred).

Appropriate North Carolina driver's license for the weight and type of vehicles operated as required by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Candidates must be able to obtain CDL-B w/ P, S & N endorsements within 180 days of start date. Candidates must be able to obtain a 30-Day Inspection license, by passing a state exam provided by the Department of Public Instruction, within 180 days of the start date.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.