Mechanic III

Yancey County Schools; Burnsville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Yancey County Schools Transportation in Burnsville, North Carolina is seeking a Mechanic III to perform complex repairs and maintenance on school buses and fleet vehicles. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED plus at least four years of mechanical experience, and an NC School Bus license with CDL endorsements (N-tanker, P-passenger, S-school bus).

Responsibilities include monthly safety inspections, timely maintenance, and after-hours on-call capabilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Four years of mechanical experience required.
• NC School Bus License/CDL with N-tanker, P-passenger, S-school bus endorsements required.
• NC School Bus 30-day Inspection license required.
• Must be available early morning and after hours if needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly safety inspections of all fleet vehicles as mandated by NCDPI and the Fleet Manual.
• Complete scheduled maintenance on time and submit paperwork daily.
• Repair and maintenance of school buses and related fleet/equipment, roadside and onsite.
• Diagnose and repair brakes, electrical, fuel, transmissions, A/C, differentials, and DEF systems.
• Travel for training and be available for road calls after hours.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace including the service truck and garage.

Skills

Mechanical experience

CDL endorsements

Bus licensing knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Mechanic III

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Job Details

Job ID: 5919464
Application Deadline: Sep 21, 2026 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 20, 2026

Job Description

High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum of four years previous mechanical experience. NC School Bus License/CDL required with Tanker, Passenger and School Bus Endorsements. NC School Bus 30-day Inspection license also required. Must be available early morning and after hours if needed.

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, employee will perform complex duties in the repair and maintenance of school transportation vehicles, including school buses, activity buses and other fleet vehicles.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Perform monthly safety inspections of all fleet vehicles, including school and activity buses, as mandated by NCDPI and in accordance with the North Carolina School Transportation Fleet Manual.

Complete scheduled maintenance on time and submit required paperwork to the supervisor daily.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately maintain records as required by state or federal laws and Yancey County Board of Education policies, and adhere to confidentiality requirements of state and federal law.
• Perform repairs and maintenance of school buses and related fleet/equipment, both roadside and onsite.
• Diagnose, repair, and overhaul brakes, electrical systems, fuel systems, transmissions, A/C systems, differentials, and front and rear axle assemblies And DEF system.
• Participate in training onsite and travel for training.
• Perform limited body repairs, including metal work.
• Effectively produce written correspondence across various communication, including cell phone and email.
• Be available for road calls after hours.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized workspace, including the service truck and garage.
• The job requires checking roads for snow and flooding conditions. This can often start at 4:00am.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent, supplemented by related trade school courses.
• Four years repairing automotive, diesel, construction, or specialized equipment.
• Ability to obtain a valid North Carolina commercial driver’s license (CDL) Class A with endorsements (N-tanker, P-passenger, S-school bus).
• Ability to obtain North Carolina School Bus Inspection Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain a valid DOT medical certificate.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Class A CDL with endorsements (N-tanker, P-passenger, S-school bus).
• Valid DOT medical certification.
• Diesel certification degree from a technical college.

Commercial driver license (CDL) holders and applicants must meet the medical qualifications set by the N.C. General Statute Medical Qualifications Standards Applicable to Commercial Drivers.

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

• Ability to work with diverse individuals and/or groups.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

• Must be able to converse and collaborate with others, not just having the ability to assign or follow tasks.
• Must be adaptable to performing in stressful and emergency situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment: Heavy – Exert force 50–100 lbs., frequently, and up to 50 lbs., constantly; or a significant amount of force to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects.

Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities.

Environmental Conditions: Varies from indoor exposure to outside weather conditions. Exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to loud.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• At least 4 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Derek Murphy , Transportation Director
• Transportation
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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