Auto Mechanic

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Township School District Mercer County seeks an experienced mechanic to ensure safety and NJMVC compliance for district vehicles, and to perform maintenance on heavy equipment and small engines. You will work in a school setting, using computerized manuals and work order systems to document repairs.

The role requires a Technical Institute graduate with several years of automotive maintenance experience, knowledge of gasoline/diesel engines, and a valid NJ CDL-B.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Technical Institute with 3 years experience or 5 years of experience in the automotive maintenance industry.
• Experience in general mechanic work involving gasoline and diesel engines of cars, vans, trucks, buses.
• Ability to perform small engine repairs on lawnmowers, weed whackers, leaf blowers, snow plows.
• Familiar with new vehicle electronic systems.
• OSHA 30 General Industry Certified (or eligible within ninety days of first date of employment).
• Valid NJ Commercial Drivers License Class "B".
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs; must have own hand tools.
• Ability to work in a school setting; good listening and communication skills.
• Ability to access computerized manuals and work order programs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and NJMVC compliance of the district's school buses and maintenance vehicles.
• Perform the maintenance and repair of district heavy equipment and small engines.
• Utilize computerized manuals and work order programs as part of daily tasks.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diesel engines

Gasoline engines

Small engine repair

Electrical systems

Education

Technical Institute graduate

Tools

Diagnostic scan tools

Electronic diagnostics

Job description

Ensures the safety and NJMVC compliance of the district's school bus and maintenance vehicles, performing necessary repairs as required. Perform the maintenance and repair of district heavy equipment and small engines.

Requirements

• Graduate of Technical Institute with 3 years experience or 5 years of experience in the automotive maintenance industry
• Experience in general mechanic work involving all phases of vehicle maintenance and repairs pertaining to gasoline and diesel engines of:
  • cars,
  • vans
  • trucks
  • buses
• Ability to perform small engine repairs on equipment such as:
  • lawnmowers
  • weed whackers,
  • leaf blowers
  • snow plows
• Familiar with new vehicle electronic systems
• ASE certification preferred
• OSHA 30 General Industry Certified (or eligible within ninety days of first date of employment)
• Valid NJ Commercial Drivers License Class "B"
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Must have own hand tools
• Ability to work in a school setting
• Good listening, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to use a computer keyboard to access:
  • computerized manuals
  • computerized work order programs
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel and reach in all directions
• Possess physical dexterity
• Ability to pass the required Criminal History Review and the Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure
• Ability to pass the required physical examination for employment
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable

Effective: 2026-2027 School Year

Salary: Unaffiliated $60,000 to $70,000

In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package:
including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off. Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

AA/EEO
*In accordance with S-414/A-3188 ( http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/S0500/414_R2.HTM ),
school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers ("employers") are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct allegations.
*Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act ( https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml )