Mechanic II

Onslow County Public Schools; United States; Presencial; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A local public school district is seeking a Transportation Mechanic II to perform complex duties in the operation, repair, and maintenance of school transportation vehicles. This role requires considerable knowledge of bus and vehicle maintenance, as well as diesel engine repair. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in automotive maintenance and the ability to perform physical repairs. The position offers a 12-month employment term with a salary grade of 63.

Formación

• Sufficient education and experience to demonstrate required knowledge.
• 3-5 years of relevant automotive maintenance experience.
• Considerable knowledge in diesel engine repair.

Responsabilidades

• Diagnoses minor mechanical problems.
• Adjusts timing mechanisms and replaces components.
• Repairs and replaces vehicle body parts.
• Performs preventive maintenance as needed.
• Conducts monthly equipment inspections.
• Tests electrical systems and makes necessary repairs.
• Repairs carburetors, ignition systems, Diesel injection systems and electrical components.
• Performs monthly inspections on equipment assigned that meet N.C. standards.
• Removes, replaces and reassembles transmissions; clutches; fuel, oil, and water pumps; generators and other parts of the engine and suspension system.
• Performs general preventive maintenance as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Knowledge of school bus operation

Engine maintenance

Electrical system repair

Manual task performance

Following instructions

Educación

3-5 years experience in automotive maintenance

Considerable knowledge in diesel engine repair

Descripción del empleo

POSITION TITLE: Transportation Mechanic II

REPORTS TO: Transportation Director

BEGINNING DATE: Open Until Filled

Nature of Work

An employee in this class performs complex duties in the operation, repair and maintenance of the vehicles in the school transportation program. Most work is performed based on prior experience. The employee is expected to resolve problems of medium difficulty with little assistance while others may be referred to a supervisor. Most errors may be expected to be resolved by the employee. The employee receives general supervision and work is occasionally reviewed while in progress.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Considerable knowledge of school bus and vehicle operation and maintenance
• Considerable knowledge of the operating principles of Diesel and Gasoline internal combustion engines
• Considerable knowledge of the methods of adjusting and repairing the electrical and generating systems of automotive equipment
• Skill to perform manual tasks associated with engine maintenance, tire replacement, and vehicle body repair
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Education and Training

• Sufficient education and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities needed for this position.
• 3-5 years experience in automotive maintenance
• Considerable knowledge in diesel engine repair

Term of Employment: 12 Months

Salary: Salary Grade 63

Performance Responsibilities

• Diagnoses minor and frequently occurring mechanical problems.
• Adjusts timing mechanism, replaces and sets plugs, valves, injection system.
• Rotates, aligns, and balances wheels.
• Installs shock absorbers, springs, and other suspension components.
• Repairs and replaces damaged vehicle body parts.
• Tests electrical systems and makes necessary repairs.
• Repairs carburetors, ignition systems, Diesel injection systems and electrical components.
• Performs monthly inspections on equipment assigned that meet N.C. standards.
• Removes, replaces and reassembles transmissions; clutches; fuel, oil, and water pumps; generators and other parts of the engine and suspension system.
• Performs general preventive maintenance as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to physically perform most repairs.
• Ability to lift moderate to heavy weight (40-50 pounds), stand, walk, run, bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, and climb ladders, for extended periods of time.

Onslow County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs and activities.

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