Bus Mechanic (3, 2, or 1/Fuel Truck Driver)

Mechanic III

Considerable knowledge of the operating principles of internal combustion engines, and all other mechanical components of school buses and service vehicles. Considerable knowledge of the types and use of tools and equipment commonly found in automotive repair shops. Considerable knowledge of the methods used in adjusting and repairing the electrical wiring and generating systems of automotive equipment. Ability to determine the causes of the methods to be used in the repair of improperly operating automotive equipment. Ability to work independently diagnosing and repairing buses on the road. Physical strength and agility sufficient to move relatively heavy objects and to perform manual labor for considerable periods. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Meet physical fitness requirements as outlined by Federal and State CDL/School Bus licensing requirements. Physical demand requirements are for Heavy Work. Five years experience in troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of heavy diesel powered vehicles or gasoline automotive equipment Technical training in heavy diesel powered vehicles or gasoline automotive equipment preferred.

Responsibilities include identifying and diagnosing complex malfunctions with advanced diagnostic test equipment, testing repaired and replaced equipment for compliance to state standards, operating specialized power tools, repairing and replacing all Hydraulic and Air brake system components including antilock brake systems, straightening damaged frames and other body components, repairing and replacing U-joints, differentials, drive-lines, engines, transmissions, and front end and steering components, checking lighting and wiring mechanisms to ensure proper functioning, repairing, replacing, or adjusting starters and alternators, transmissions and clutch assemblies, changing tires from vehicle as well as removing and mounting on rims and using tire-balancing equipment, understanding oral and written instructions and interpreting wiring diagrams, specifications and computerized reference repair manuals, performing North Carolina vehicle inspections on school owned vehicles, providing instruction to lower level mechanics in repair and maintenance procedures, accepting rotation on after hours pager service, projecting positive image for this department, performing any task listed on Pitt County Schools Mechanic 1 or Mechanic 2 job description, and performing other job duties as assigned by the Shop Supervisor, Inspection Supervisor, and Transportation Director or their designee.