School Vehicle Mechanic - Bus & Diesel Repair

Carroll County VA; Hillsville (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Carroll County VA Bus Garage in Hillsville, VA is seeking a skilled Mechanic Bus/Automotive to repair and maintain school board vehicles. Immediate starting date; full-time position with a salary range of $48,231 to $57,357 per year.

Requires a valid CDL with school bus endorsement, state inspection license, and ability to work with gas and diesel engines. Responsibilities include disassembly/assembly, brake work, tuning, emergency road calls, and welding as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; postsecondary education encouraged.
• Must hold a valid commercial driver's license with school bus endorsement and a state inspection license.
• Ability to operate all vehicle types used in the division.
• Skilled automotive mechanical work on gas and diesel vehicles.
• Ability to plan work and carry out duties without supervision.
• Ability to work from specifications and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations related to the trade.
• Demonstrated professionalism needed to work with students, staff, and community.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and assemble vehicle components (transmissions, gas and diesel engines, clutches, etc.).
• Repair school board vehicles (valves, pistons, bearings; assemble cooling, fuel and exhaust systems).
• Inspect, adjust, repair, overhaul brakes, transmissions, ignition systems, differentials, and rear axles.
• Tune motors.
• Respond to emergency road calls and tow vehicles as needed.
• Install dual brake kits on driver training cars.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and painted work area; clean up daily.
• Perform welding and related tasks as required.
• Perform other related work as required by supervision.

Skills

Diploma or GED

CDL with bus endorsement

State inspection license

Vehicle operation

Skilled mechanical work

Work planning

Follow specifications

Safety knowledge

Community relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Carroll County VA Bus Garage in Hillsville, VA is seeking a skilled Mechanic Bus/Automotive to repair and maintain school board vehicles. Immediate starting date; full-time position with a salary range of $48,231 to $57,357 per year.

Requires a valid CDL with school bus endorsement, state inspection license, and ability to work with gas and diesel engines. Responsibilities include disassembly/assembly, brake work, tuning, emergency road calls, and welding as needed.