Fleet Maintenance Mechanic II

Clayton County Public Schools; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton County Public Schools Transportation in Jonesboro, GA, is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Mechanic II. Starting date is Immediate; this full-time role requires 2-3 years of automotive maintenance and a valid GA CDL Class B.

The position entails diagnosing, repairing and maintaining school buses and related equipment, with responsibility to supervise other mechanics as needed and to ensure safe, reliable operation of fleet assets. The role is based in a maintenance shop with field call duties.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years automotive maintenance experience.
• Must be computer literate.
• Valid GA CDL Class B license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, repairs and preventive maintenance on Clayton County Public School buses and related equipment.
• Diagnose potential malfunctions using diagnostic equipment and tests.
• Perform complex mechanical work on buses, including brakes, transmissions, axles and electrical systems.
• Provide instruction and oversight to other mechanics as needed.
• Maintain and repair heavy equipment and manage parts and tools.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational automotive training

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Performs inspections, repairs and preventive maintenance on Clayton County Public School buses. Determines needed repairs and/or replacements on district vehicles; ensures the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition. This position reports to the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor.

Diagnoses potential vehicle malfunctions (e.g. using computer diagnostic equipment, etc.) for needed repairs and/or replacements. Tests equipment and evaluates component failure. Inspects, evaluates, maintains, and repairs all related vehicles and equipment.

Performs complex mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of school buses and other automotive equipment. Repairs or overhauls brake systems, clutches, differentials, transmissions, and front and rear axles; Repairs generators, starters, lights and ignition etc.

Make emergency repairs to equipment in the field; makes proper recommendations to shop supervisor for repair.

Provides instruction and oversight to other mechanics when needed.

Maintains and repairs heavy equipment (e.g. buses, forklifts, etc.) Assumes responsibility for all materials (parts, tools, equipment, and/or vehicles assigned. Have ready access to all tools, parts, and equipment issued.

All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

Key Job Description

High School diploma or GED certificate required. Vocational training in area required.

2 - 3 years automotive, maintenance experience.

Must be computer literate. Applies, recommends and implements technology concepts to improve the effectiveness of the Maintenance Department.

Valid GA Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) of class B.

Makes recommendation under the guidance and supervision of Maintenance Supervisor. Minimal independent judgment is necessary.

Requires regular contact with internal and external personnel of influence and decision‑making responsibility to discuss issues of moderate importance.

Provides training and guidance to Maintenance personnel as needed.

Variable work environment - Maintenance shop, and emergency calls.

Potential hazards of this position include regular exposure to electricity, and chemicals. Subjected to wide range of temperature.

Ability to wear appropriate safety equipment, including mask, respirator, safety glasses and/or goggles, ear protectors, protective hat, gloves, coveralls, etc. as required.

Responsibility for the Welfare of Others: Constant (Daily) - to exercise the duty of care and protection of the health, safety, security, welfare, well‑being, and best interests of the district's various stakeholders.

Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds frequently and one (100) pounds occasionally.

Walking, standing, kneeling, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling and lying near and under vehicle, reaching in all directions for eight (8) hours per day.

NOTE:This is a Grade 23, 225-day position with a salary range of $46, 625- $50,830. Final salary placement within this range is determined based on individual credentials, years of relevant experience, and the guidelines outlined in the CCPS Compensation Handbook found here.

Fleet Maintenance Mechanic II

Clayton County Public Schools TRANSPORTATION - Jonesboro, Georgia.

This job is also posted in Clayton County Public Schools.

Job Details

Application Deadline: Jan 28, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Position Type: FULL TIME

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Applicant Account , Testing
• 1058 Fifth Avenue
• Jonesboro, Georgia 30236
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]