Mechanic

Botetourt County School Dist; Fincastle (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Botetourt County Public Schools seeks a dedicated Mechanic to inspect, repair and maintain buses, automobiles, trucks and equipment at the Transportation Center in Fincastle, VA. The role requires hands-on repair of transmissions, electrical systems, brakes, and engines, plus routine maintenance and state inspections.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, experience with buses/trucks, and a Virginia CDL/State Inspector license.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED.
• Experience repairing buses, trucks or automotive equipment.
• Valid Virginia State Police issued State Inspectors License.
• Diesel License.
• CDL within 90 days and completion of bus driver training program.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair buses, automobiles, trucks and equipment.
• Repair transmissions, electrical, emission, brake, steering and engine systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and annual state inspections.
• Weld using electrical and gas welding equipment; upholstery and window glass repair.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Roadside diagnosis

Diesel engines

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Shop tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Mechanic

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Job Details

Job ID: 5917907
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Botetourt County Public Schools

Job Descriptions

www.bcps.k12.va.us

JOB CLASS: Mechanic 12/260

POSITIONS: Mechanic

GROUP: Classified

FLSA STATUS: Non- Exempt

GRADE: 820

SALARY RANGE: $35,468 to $75,037

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position is responsible for inspecting, repairing and maintaining buses, automobiles, trucks and equipment.

ESSENTIAL TASKS:

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Repair transmissions, electrical problems, emission problems, starters, brake problems, steering problems, suspension problems.
• Perform routine maintenance, 10,000-mile checkup..
• Overhaul gasoline and diesel engines.
• Inspect and repair hydraulic and air brake systems; inspect and repair exhaust systems.
• Repair and overhaul standard and automatic transmissions.
• Repair and overhaul front end components including power steering pumps and gearboxes.
• Check front-end alignments and change and balance tires, replace king pins and bushings.
• Check all engine levels: oil, transmission, washer fluid, etc.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems and make repairs.
• Repair and overhaul fuel systems.
• Road mechanic, diagnose mechanical problems and perform a variety of repairs on the road.
• Inspect and repair lighting systems; perform preventive maintenance activities on a regular basis.
• Perform required periodic preventive maintenance inspections on buses
• Perform annual state inspections
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair other grounds maintenance and school equipment.
• Perform related work as required.
• Weld using electrical and gas welding equipment.
• Perform upholstery and window glass repair.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

General knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of buses,

automotive passenger cars, trucks and maintenance equipment; general knowledge of and

skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery; ability to detect by inspection any

worn or broken automotive parts; ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific

repair problems; ability to interpret and work from sketches, diagrams and installation and

repair charts; ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately; ability to establish and

maintain effective working relationships with associates.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Graduate or GED.

Considerable experience in repairing buses, trucks or automotive equipment.

Valid Virginia State Police issued State Inspectors License.

Diesel License

A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling,

reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift articles up to 50 lbs.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid Virginia Commercial Driver’s License within 90 days,
• Completion of all requirements of the bus driver training program offered by the school system.
• Will drive a bus route when needed.
• Pass a yearly physical examination as required by the Code of Virginia and regulations of the Board of Education.

Last Update: September 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $35,468 to $75,037 Per Year

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kris Clegg , Supervisor of Operations
• Transportation Center
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]