BUS MECHANIC

Young World Physical Education; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 30,100 - 37,374; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Bus Mechanic in Salisbury, North Carolina. This position involves maintaining and repairing school buses and service trucks, performing tasks such as transmission repairs, air conditioning service, and bodywork. Candidates should have at least two years of vehicle repair experience and hold a CDL with specific endorsements. The position offers a salary ranging from $21.85 to $27.13 per hour and requires flexibility in working hours.

Qualifications

• Two years prior experience in vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Must have a CDL with endorsements to operate wrecker and fuel truck, as well as Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Must not have limitations in regards to lifting, pulling, climbing, or any additional physical limitations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on school buses and service trucks.
• Conduct repairs on transmissions and air conditioning units.
• Paint and/or perform bodywork as needed.
• Complete required 30 day school bus inspections.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance.

Skills

Vehicle repair and maintenance

CDL with endorsements

Knowledge of scan tools

Air conditioning repair

Paint and bodywork

ABS brakes

Automatic transmissions

Medium Duty Buses/Trucks

Job description

BUS MECHANIC

Rowan-Salisbury Schools Transportation - Salisbury, North Carolina

Job Details

Job ID: 5699513

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Mechanic

Transportation Department

Qualifications:

• Two years prior experience in vehicle repair and maintenance
• CDL with endorsements to operate wrecker and fuel truck, Passenger and School Bus endorsement

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the following:
  • Scan tools
  • Air conditioning
  • Paint and bodywork
  • ABS brakes
  • Automatic transmissions
  • Medium Duty Buses/Trucks
  • Must not have limitations in regards to lifting, pulling, climbing, or any additional physical limitations that would prevent employee from performing their duties.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• School Bus maintenance
• Service truck maintenance
• Perform warranty work
• Perform repair on transmissions
• Mount and balance tires
• Repair air conditioning units
• Paint and/or bodywork
• Inclement weather (early crew)
• Any other maintenance to be performed; Required 30 day school bus inspections; Scheduled PMs (Preventive Maintenance); All other duties as assigned by supervisor

Term of Employment:

• Full time
• 12 month employment
• Hours:
  • Alternating: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (one week)
  • 6:00 am to 3:00 pm (one week)
  • 7:00 am to 4:00 pm (on Non School Days)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.85 to $27.13 Per Hour

Job Categories: Administration > Transportation

Contact Information

• Ashley Lemley, Director of Talent Acquisition
• 500 N Main St, Salisbury, NC 28144, USA
• Salisbury, North Carolina 28144
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]