Bus Maintenance Technician I

Onslow County Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Onslow County Public Schools seeks a skilled vehicle maintenance technician to support the operation, repair and upkeep of the school transportation fleet. The role involves fueling, lubricating, inspecting, and servicing buses and district vehicles under limited supervision.

Experience with vehicle operation and repair is preferred. The position is 12 months per year and falls under non-exempt status, with a Salary Grade 59 pay scale.

Qualifications

• Some experience and training with vehicle operation, maintenance and repair is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fills fuel tanks on school buses and school-owned vehicles.
• Lubricates moving parts of vehicle chassis.
• Checks, adds and replaces brake and steering fluids.
• Checks, adds and changes engine oil.
• Installs air and oil filters.
• Replaces wiper blades and fan belts.
• Rotates, replaces and repairs tires.
• Replaces brake linings.
• Cleans, adjusts and changes spark plugs.
• Drains and cleans radiators.
• Inspects exterior and interior of vehicles for defects.
• Paints buses and vehicles with spray equipment.
• Tests headlight alignment and makes necessary adjustments.
• Cleans carburetors, ignition systems, and electrical components.
• Tests and replaces batteries as needed.
• Checks and repairs doors and lifts.
• Performs other duties as specified by the Maintenance Director.

Skills

Vehicle operation knowledge

Manual tasks

Machine repair skills

Problem detection

Follow instructions

Windows OS proficiency

Education

Vehicle operation/maintenance experience preferred

Job description

Onslow County Public Schools seeks a skilled vehicle maintenance technician to support the operation, repair and upkeep of the school transportation fleet. The role involves fueling, lubricating, inspecting, and servicing buses and district vehicles under limited supervision.

Experience with vehicle operation and repair is preferred. The position is 12 months per year and falls under non-exempt status, with a Salary Grade 59 pay scale.