Technician II, Transportation (2026/2027)

TrulyHired; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking a Transportation Technician II in Charlotte, NC to oversee the maintenance and repair of school buses and vehicles. This position involves troubleshooting mechanical issues, conducting safety inspections, and ensuring all vehicles comply with state regulations.

Applicants must have at least a high school diploma or GED, along with three years of progressive equipment maintenance experience. A valid CDL Class B and the capability to pass an inspector certification within nine months are required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid CDL Class B with endorsements.
• Must have experience in mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to perform inspections and maintain vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled mechanical repairs on state vehicles.
• Conduct safety inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Complete reports for labor, parts, and materials used.

Skills

Mechanical repairs

Safety inspections

Preventative maintenance

CDL compliance

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years of equipment maintenance experience

Job description

Job Description

General Definition of Work

The Transportation Technician II, under general supervision, performs skill-based work with minimal decision-making discretion operating, maintaining, and repairing buses and other vehicles in the school transportation program. Position is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving problems of varied complexity with little assistance. Employee performs district-level work to carry-out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Transportation Maintenance Services Supervisor.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Hourly NC 13/Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Transportation Maintenance Services Supervisor

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Perform safety inspections on state vehicles and equipment as mandated by NCDPI
• Perform skilled mechanical repairs including the repair of brakes, suspensions, drive trains, transmissions, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures on time
• Tune engines, fuel/grease/lubricate vehicles, adjust brakes, change and repair tires
• Install and service water pumps, injectors, batteries, light bulbs, fan belts and other mechanical parts
• Respond to road service calls as required; maintain service vehicle and stock parts necessary for on-road repairs in a neat and orderly fashion
• Perform limited vehicle body repairs as necessary including metal work repair
• Complete required reports to capture all labor, parts and materials expended while performing inspections, preventive maintenance and repairs on vehicles
• Submit required reports and time records daily to supervisor
• Attend provided training opportunities
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of three (3) years progressive experience in equipment maintenance required
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B, with a Passenger Endorsement 'P' and Tanker Endorsement 'N' or able to attain within six (6) months of employment required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Inspector Certification; four (4) opportunities will be given to pass the initial certification and must be passed within nine (9) months of hire as testing classes permit
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Additional Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B, with a Passenger Endorsement 'P' and Tanker Endorsement 'N' or able to attain within six (6) months of employment required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Inspector Certification; four (4) opportunities will be given to pass the initial certification and must be passed within nine (9) months of hire as testing classes permit
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings