TRANSPORTATION MECHANIC II

Transportation Mechanic II

An employee in this class performs complex duties in the operation, repair and maintenance of the vehicles in the school transportation program. Most work is performed based on prior experience. The employee is expected to resolve problems of medium difficulty with little assistance while others may be referred to a supervisor. Most errors may be expected to be resolved by the employee. The employee receives general supervision and work is occasionally reviewed while in progress.

Under general supervision, performs journeyman work in the maintenance and repair of school buses and other automotive equipment of the School System Transportation Department. Work involves identifying, diagnosing, and repairing malfunctions in transportation vehicles and equipment, testing equipment for compliance with safety standards; and operating specialized power tools to recondition complete sub-assemblies. Employee is also responsible for checking lighting and wiring mechanisms for proper function; performing engine and other sub-assembly checks; and performing N.C. Motor Vehicle Inspections on all motor vehicles. Reports to the Mechanic III-Shop Foreman.

Education And Experience

• A high school diploma or higher is required.
• Prior transportation experience of minimum 3-5 years.
• Safety Inspection Certification issued by the State of North Carolina.
• NC School Bus Inspection Certification.
• NC Class A Driver's License: with "P," "S," and "N" endorsements

Illustrative Examples

• Diagnoses minor and frequently occurring mechanical problems.
• Adjusts timing mechanism, replaces and sets points and plugs, and refaces valves.
• Rotates, aligns, and balances wheels.
• Installs shock absorbers.
• Repairs and replaces damaged vehicle body parts.
• Tests electrical systems and makes necessary repairs.
• Repairs carburetors, ignition systems, and electrical components.
• Checks and repairs doors and lifts.
• Removes, replaces and reassembles transmissions; clutches; fuel, oil, and water pumps; generators and other parts of the engine and suspension system.
• Performs general maintenance as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of school bus and vehicles operation and maintenance.
• Considerable knowledge of the operating principles of internal combustion engines.
• Considerable 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 body repair.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to physically perform most repairs.

Required Training And Experience

• Sufficient education and experience to demonstrate possession of the needed knowledge and abilities.
• Appropriate North Carolina driver's license for the weight and type of vehicles operated as required by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking and hearing.
• Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must possess the visual acuity to perform mechanical or skilled trades functions on a variety of equipment, operate motor vehicles, and visually inspect work for accuracy, thoroughness, and adherence to work standards.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board and local policy on evaluation of personnel.