Bus Mechanic

Young World Physical Education; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Bus Mechanic in Clinton, NC. The mechanic ensures the safe operation and maintenance of school transportation vehicles. Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical problems, performing repairs, and maintaining the fleet. Applicants should preferably possess a high school or trade school degree, have a valid driver's license, and be capable of performing manual repairs. This is a full-time position with a focus on maintaining the school's transportation program.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of school bus and vehicle operation and maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems.
• Skills in engine maintenance and vehicle body repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on school transportation vehicles.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues.
• Test and repair electrical systems.

Skills

Knowledge of school bus operation

Knowledge of internal combustion engines

Electrical systems repair skills

Ability to follow instructions

Physical repair capability

Education

High School/Trade School degree

Job description

Bus Mechanic

Sampson County Schools Central Office - Clinton, North Carolina

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Job Details

Job ID: 5692931

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

BUS MECHANIC

NATURE OF WORK

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.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

• 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

SUGGESTED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Sufficient education and experience to demonstrate possession of the needed knowledge and abilities

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Appropriate North Carolina driver's license for the weight and type of vehicles operated as required by the Department of Motor Vehicles

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Wendy Cabral
• 437 Rowan Rd
• Clinton, North Carolina 28328
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]