Automotive Mechanic Helper

Mexico Central School District; Town of Mexico (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Mexico Central School District seeks an Automotive Mechanic Helper for the Bus Garage. The role involves supporting mechanics, performing preventive tasks and possibly operating a school bus on assigned routes.

Minimum qualifications include a CDL B with PS endorsement, NY DMV Bus Driver requirements, and the ability to work under supervision with reliable daily attendance. Two hours per day during the school year; more during breaks.

Qualifications

• Must meet DMV requirements for School Bus Driver
• Operate a bus under difficult driving and road conditions
• Follow simple oral and written directions

Responsibilities

• Checks tires and repairs flats
• Changes oil and lubricates automotive equipment
• Assists mechanic in grinding valves and fitting bearings, pistons and rings
• Assists in repairing and overhauling brake systems, differentials, transmissions and front and rear axles
• Helps adjust steering mechanisms and align wheels
• May operate a school bus on an assigned route
• Performs a variety of related tasks

Skills

Mental alertness

Dependability

Follow directions

Behavior management

Education

CDL B license with PS endorsement and air brakes

Job description

ANTICIPATED VACANCY NOTICE

DATE: November 2, 2026

POSITION TITLE: Automotive Mechanic Helper

LOCATION: Bus Garage

CLASSIFICATION: Civil Service - Non-Competitive

START DATE: As Soon As Possible

PRIMARY WORK ACTIVITIES:

Typical activities characteristic of the class.

• Checks tires and repairs flats
• Changes oil and lubricates automotive equipment
• Assists mechanic in the grinding of valves and fitting of bearings, pistons and rings
• Assists in the repairing and overhauling of brake systems, differentials, transmissions and front and rear axles
• Helps adjust steering mechanisms and align wheels
• Working under the supervision of mechanics
• May operate a school bus on an assigned route
• Performs a variety of related tasks

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, specialized background, training and experience.

• Minimum “CDL B” license with “PS” endorsement and air brakes
• Must meet all DMV requirements for School Bus Driver
• Must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Education
• Operate a bus under difficult driving and road conditions
• Follow simple oral and written directions
• Mental alertness and dependability
• Possess basic skills required to deal with behavior management

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Part-time, 12-month position
• Probationary appointment
• $24.37 per hour
• Benefits per CSEA contract
• Hours of work: 2 hours per day during school year, 8 hours per day during school breaks
• Hours may vary per supervisor’s discretion to meet district needs

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

The Mexico Central School District is in compliance with federal and state laws governing equal opportunity prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnic background, religion, sex, age, marital status, and physical handicap. This position will be filled following Civil Service Law. EOE/AA