Fleet Maintenance Mechanic III

Young World Physical Education; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 50,574 - 55,119; Full time

Job summary

Clayton County Public Schools is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Mechanic III to maintain and repair school buses and automotive equipment. You will supervise the shop, diagnose malfunctions, and lead maintenance operations in the transportation facility in Jonesboro, GA.

Requires five years of automotive experience, a Class B CDL, and a high school diploma with vocational training. The role includes safety responsibilities and lifting heavy loads in a busy shop environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED certificate required; vocational training in the field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years automotive or maintenance experience.
• Must be computer literate and apply technology concepts to improve department effectiveness.
• Valid GA Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) of class B.
• Provides training and guidance to Maintenance personnel as needed.
• Must be able to wear appropriate safety equipment and lift fifty (50) pounds frequently and one (100) pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of school buses and other automotive equipment.
• Diagnoses potential vehicle malfunctions using computer diagnostic equipment and determines needed repairs or replacements.
• Tests equipment and evaluates component failure; inspects, evaluates, maintains, and repairs all related vehicles and equipment.
• Provides technical assistance and job training to Maintenance Mechanics as needed and coordinates with other departments and the Supervisor to complete job assignments.
• Performs proper check‑out procedures to trace and locate defects and determines level of repair needed.
• Repairs and replaces starters, generators, distributors, relays, and other automotive electrical equipment.
• Makes emergency repairs to equipment in the field and makes proper recommendations to the shop supervisor for repair.
• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment (e.g., buses, forklifts) and is responsible for all materials, parts, tools, and equipment assigned.
• All other duties, as assigned, to perform the above services.

Skills

Computer literacy

Leadership/Training

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational training in the field

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Automotive tools

Job description

Fleet Maintenance Mechanic III

Clayton County Public Schools TRANSPORTATION - Jonesboro, Georgia

Job Details

Job ID: 5827234

Application Deadline: Oct 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, maintains and repairs a variety of automotive equipment, primarily school buses, automobiles, and related mechanical equipment. Performs inspections, repairs and preventive maintenance on Clayton County Public School buses. Supports Maintenance Supervisor by providing leadership and job training in the daily operations of the Maintenance shop. This position reports to the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs complex mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of school buses and other automotive equipment.
• Diagnoses potential vehicle malfunctions using computer diagnostic equipment and determines needed repairs or replacements.
• Tests equipment and evaluates component failure; inspects, evaluates, maintains, and repairs all related vehicles and equipment.
• Provides technical assistance and job training to Maintenance Mechanics as needed and coordinates with other departments and the Supervisor to complete job assignments.
• Performs proper check‑out procedures to trace and locate defects and determines level of repair needed.
• Repairs and replaces starters, generators, distributors, relays, and other automotive electrical equipment.
• Makes emergency repairs to equipment in the field and makes proper recommendations to the shop supervisor for repair.
• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment (e.g., buses, forklifts) and is responsible for all materials, parts, tools, and equipment assigned.
• All other duties, as assigned, to perform the above services.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or GED certificate required; vocational training in the field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years automotive or maintenance experience.
• Must be computer literate and apply technology concepts to improve department effectiveness.
• Valid GA Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) of class B.
• Provides training and guidance to Maintenance personnel as needed.
• Responsible for the welfare of others, exercising duty of care and protection of health, safety, security, well‑being, and best interests of district stakeholders.
• Work environment: Maintenance shop and emergency calls; potential hazards include exposure to electricity and chemicals, and wide range of temperatures.
• Must be able to wear appropriate safety equipment and lift fifty (50) pounds frequently and one (100) pounds occasionally.
• Walking, standing, kneeling, stooping, bending, crouching, and reaching in all directions for up to eight (8) hours per day.

NOTE: This is a Grade 24, 225‑day position with a salary range of $50,574 - $55,119. 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.

Position Type: FULL TIME