Vehicle Mechanic I or II

Applications are being accepted for a vehicle mechanic I or II for the Crittenden County Schools Bus Garage for the 2026-27 school year. This is a full-time positon with 8 hours a day on a 240-day per year contract. Starting pay begins at $17.73 or $19.79, based on experience and qualifications.

JOB FUNCTION

Perform mechanical repair work on school buses, trucks and other gas and

diesel powered automotive equipment; perform body repairs, gas or diesel

engine overhauls, transmission overhauls and electrical systems repairs as

needed.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

* Disassemble motors and repair, adjust and replace parts; recondition and adjust ignition

and carburetor systems; tune engines including injectors and generators; repair, fit and

adjust valves, pistons, rings and bearings; clean, repair and replace carburetors, fuel pumps,

fuel lines, gauges and electrical wiring systems.

* Perform major mechanical repairs; overhaul transmissions, differentials and universal joints;

repair, adjust and line brakes; rebuild and replace air and hydraulic brake system components;

perform front end alignment and repair.

* Perform mechanical repair work on school buses and other gas or diesel-powered automotive

equipment; assure buses conform to established standards for passenger vehicles;

complete related maintenance records.

* Inspect and diagnose mechanical defects in school buses, trucks, automobiles, vans,

tractors, electric carts and other mechanical equipment; drive and test school buses and

provide emergency road service to disabled District school buses and vehicles as required.

*Read and interpret schematics and diagrams; diagnose and repair mechanical defects in

a variety of vehicles.

* Repair and replace alternators, generators, starters, voltage regulators, distributors and lighting

systems; install a variety of parts including batteries, brakes, glass and door handles.

* Operate a variety of equipment and machinery including electronic and mechanical diagnostic

equipment, scopes, tire changers, grinders, lathes, emissions analyzer, steam cleaner, hoists,

jacks, torches and welding equipment and a variety of power and hand tools.

* Grind valves and perform welding; rebuild equipment as needed.

* Conduct periodical mechanical safety checks on buses as mandated by law; test

vehicles for compliance with exhaust emissions standards.

* Respond to service calls and perform emergency repairs as needed.

* Perform lubrication, oil changes, battery maintenance, tire changes and servicing

of equipment.

* Process work orders and maintain records of time worked and materials used;

recommend purchase of needed parts, supplies and tools.

* Maintain work area, equipment and tools in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

* Drive buses of varying sizes when driver shortage exists.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

* Maintain regular attendance.