School Bus Mechanic II: Expert Vehicle Maintenance

Martin County Schools; Williamston (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin County Schools Transportation Department in Williamston, North Carolina seeks a Transportation Mechanic II to maintain and repair school buses and equipment. Start date as soon as possible; 12-month terms with opportunities to advance within the department.

Candidate must have a high school diploma, 3–5 years in automotive repairs, NC CDL with endorsements, NC Inspection License, and NC Driver License. Strong mechanical knowledge and safety commitment required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or Equivalency.
• Three to five years of training or experience in repairs and maintenance of automotive equipment.
• Must possess and maintain a North Carolina Commercial Driver License with proper endorsements for the weight and type of vehicles operated as required by DMV.
• Must possess a North Carolina Inspection License.
• Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair school buses and related equipment.
• Identify, diagnose, and repair malfunctions in transportation vehicles.
• Test repaired equipment for safety compliance.
• Operate brake lathe, tire machine, forklift and other tools.
• Perform NC vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance checks.
• Respond to on-site emergencies and maintain safety guidelines.
• Prepare records and maintain maintenance logs.

Skills

Safety mindset

Diagnose malfunctions

Repair automotive equipment

Operate power tools

Inspect wiring

Recordkeeping

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma

NC CDL with endorsements

NC Inspection License

NC Driver License

Tools

Brake lathe

Bearing presser

Tire machine

Hydraulic tooling

Electrical diagrams

Job description

Martin County Schools Transportation Department in Williamston, North Carolina seeks a Transportation Mechanic II to maintain and repair school buses and equipment. Start date as soon as possible; 12-month terms with opportunities to advance within the department.

Candidate must have a high school diploma, 3–5 years in automotive repairs, NC CDL with endorsements, NC Inspection License, and NC Driver License. Strong mechanical knowledge and safety commitment required.