Mechanic II (Body Shop)

Robeson County School District- NC; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Schools of Robeson County Transportation Department seeks a Mechanic II (Body Shop) in Lumberton, North Carolina to perform bus and vehicle repair and maintenance. The role reports to the Director of Transportation and offers a structured pathway for licensure and safety inspections.

The position starts at a structured monthly salary with opportunities to grow. Applicants must have a high school diploma, CDL class A or B with endorsements, and a school bus inspection license within the

Qualifications

• High School diploma required, Trade School Diploma or AAS degree preferred.
• CDL Class A/B with endorsements P & S within first 3 months of employment.
• NC DPI School Bus Inspection License within first year of employment.
• Experience in tire changing and maintenance.
• Strong diagnostic, technical and communication skills.
• Welding and body work experience preferred.
• Ability to lift approximately 80 pounds.
• Own and maintain tools needed to perform daily duties.

Responsibilities

• Positively approach work and perform mechanic duties.
• Work without supervision on an on-call basis.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Apply knowledge of bus/truck mechanical operations.
• Work at remote locations in adverse weather conditions.
• Use basic computer skills for mechanical operations.
• Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.
• Assist in data gathering and repair planning, and support inventory decisions.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

On-call ability

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma

Trade School diploma or AAS degree

Tools

Commercial Driver’s License Class A/B with endorsements P&S

NC DPI School Bus Inspection License

Own and maintain tools

Job description

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Mechanic II (Body Shop)

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

Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DATE: August 4, 2026

POSITION: Mechanic II (Body Shop)

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

SALARY: (GRADE 63: $3,389.47 Monthly – Starting Salary)

DEADLINE DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS: Until Filled

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Positive attitude and physically capable of mechanic work
• Ability to work in absence of supervision on an on-call basis
• Ability to follow both oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of Bus/Truck mechanical operations required.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions at remote locations.
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills required for mechanical operation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to gather and evaluate data and comprise repair plan.
• Ability to assist in purchasing decisions for inventory needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma required, Trade School Diploma or AAS degree preferred.
• Obtain and maintain a Commercials 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.
• Experience in tire changing and maintenance.
• Must have strong diagnostic, technical and communication skills.
• Ability to perform a variety of welding and body work.
• Ability to lift approximately 80 pounds.
• Own and maintain tools necessary to perform daily duties.
• Any other duties assigned by the Shop Supervisor or Transportation Director

Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $3,389.47 Per Month

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required