Fleet Maintenance Mechanic III

Automotive Equipment Maintenance Technician

Under general supervision, maintains and repairs a variety of automotive equipment, primarily school buses, automobiles, and related mechanical equipment. Performs inspections, repairs and preventive maintenance on Clayton County Public School buses. Supports Maintenance Supervisor by providing leadership and job training in the daily operations of the Maintenance shop. This position reports to the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor.

Key responsibilities include performing complex mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of school buses and other automotive equipment. Diagnoses potential vehicle malfunctions for needed repairs and/or replacements. Tests equipment and evaluates component failure. Inspects, evaluates, maintains, and repairs all related vehicles and equipment.

Provides technical assistance and job training to Maintenance Mechanics as needed. Trains employees to install, maintain, or repair school buses and related mechanical equipment. Coordinates with other departments, Maintenance Mechanics, and Supervisor to complete job assignments.

Performs proper check-out procedures to trace and locate defects and determines level of repair needed. Repairs and replaces starters, generators, distributors, relays, and other automotive electrical equipment etc. Maintains records of repair and maintenance work.

Makes emergency repairs to equipment in the field; makes proper recommendations to shop supervisor for repair. Maintains and repairs heavy equipment (e.g. buses, forklifts, etc.). Assumes responsibility for all materials (parts, tools, equipment, and/or vehicles assigned. Have ready access to all tools, parts, and equipment issued.

Key job requirements include a high school diploma or GED certificate, vocational training in the area, minimum of five years automotive maintenance experience, computer literacy, valid GA Commercial Driver's License (CDL) of class B, regular contact with internal and external personnel of influence and decision-making responsibility, responsibility for the welfare of others, variable work environment, potential hazards including exposure to electricity and chemicals, ability to wear appropriate safety equipment, and ability to lift fifty (50) pounds frequently and one (100) pounds occasionally.

Note: This is a Grade 24, 225-day position with a salary range of $50,574 - $55,119. Final salary placement within this range is determined based on individual credentials, years of relevant experience, and the guidelines outlined in the CCPS Compensation Handbook.