Mechanic I

Robeson County School District- NC; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Schools of Robeson County Transportation Department in Lumberton, NC seeks a Mechanic I to diagnose and repair a range of vehicle systems. The role reports to the Director of Transportation and is a full-time position with a starting monthly salary of $2,879.98.

Candidate must hold a high school diploma, obtain a Class A/B CDL with endorsements P & S within 3 months, and secure a School Bus Inspection License within the first year. Three years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Commercial driver’s license Class A or B with endorsements P & S within 3 months.
• NC DPI School Bus Inspection License within first year.
• Three years of automotive repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Locate and diagnose minor to common mechanical problems.
• Repair and replace damaged parts using appropriate tools and welding equipment.
• Remove, replace and reassemble transmissions, clutches, pumps, and other engine components.
• Fill fuel trucks and change oil and filters.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Repair & replacement

Welding

Engine/transmission work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Public Schools of Robeson County Transportation Department - Lumberton, North Carolina

Mechanic I

This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs, and Public Schools of Robeson County

Job Details

Job ID: 5485574

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DATE: July 29, 2026

POSITION: Mechanic I

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

SALARY: (GRADE 59: $2,879.98 Monthly – Starting Salary)

DEADLINE DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS: Until Filled

GENERAL DUTIES

• Ability to locate and diagnose minor and frequently occurring mechanical problems.
• Ability to repair and replace damaged parts of vehicles bodies using acetylene or electric welding equipment as well as other repair equipment.
• Ability to remove, replace and reassemble transmissions, clutches, fuel, oil, and water pumps, generators and other parts of the motor block and suspension.
• Ability to fill fuel trucks and add or change oil and filters.
• Any other duties and responsibilities that are assigned by the Mechanic Foreman, Mechanic II or Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma.
• Obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B with endorsements P & S within the first 3 months of employment.
• Obtain and maintain NC DPI School Bus Inspection License within first year of employment.
• Three years of experience in the repair and maintenance of automotive equipment.
• Technical training in automotive equipment preferred.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $2,879.98 Per Month

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required