Transportation Mechanic II

Nash County Public Schools - NC; Nashville (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Nash County Public Schools - NC is seeking a Transportation Mechanic II in Nashville, North Carolina. This journeyman level role maintains school buses and other district vehicles, following established automotive procedures and state inspection rules.

The position reports to the Director of Transportation and requires CDL Class A with endorsements, and the ability to lift heavy objects. Starting date is immediate, with a salary grade 63 and full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience and training with large class vehicle operation, maintenance and repair.
• Graduation from high school or GED certification.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, diagnoses, and repairs complex bus and automotive systems.
• Repairs and replaces equipment to meet standards and regulations.
• Uses specialized power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance including braking, lighting, and drive-train components.
• Supports inspections and safety compliance for NC school transportation.

Skills

Automotive repair

Machine operation

Instruction following

Labor tickets

Automotive knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A License

Job description

Transportation Mechanic II

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Job Details

Job ID: 5908770
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 8:00 AM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Transportation Mechanic II

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

SALARY GRADE: 63

NATURE OF WORK: An employee in this position serves at the journeyman level in the maintenance and repair of school buses and other automotive equipment. The employee is expected to know all established procedures of automotive care and on assignment to know completely one specialized system. Work exposes employees to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, noise, vibrations, and hazards associated with automotive maintenance work such as fumes, gases, mists, odors, and oils. Work in this class is performed under the supervision of the fleet maintenance supervisor or transportation supervisor and is evaluated as a completed service.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Identifies, diagnoses, and repairs complex
• Repairs and replaces equipment for compliance standards.
• Uses specialized power tools.
• Repairs damaged frames and repairs and replaces differentials, drive shafts, front end and steering mechanisms.
• Adjusts or replaces starters, alternators, transmissions, and engine assemblies.
• Repair or replace powertrain components such as diesel or gas engines and transmissions.
• Applies NC Inspection Laws, State DPI Inspection regulations.
• Makes repairs on all braking systems.
• Check the lighting and wiring mechanism to ensure proper functioning.
• Assists in fueling buses.
• Assists in changing tires.
• Assists in checking buses in and out as required.
• Assists in prepping and painting buses.
• Assists in surveying roads for safe driving conditions during inclement weather.
• Assists in traffic control at select NCPS district events.
• Assists in housekeeping duties.
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation or his/her designee.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High degree of skill in the repair and maintenance of automotive equipment.
• Ability to learn the uses and operation of various machines that are found in the automotive repair shop.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to make charge tickets on each job, giving part numbers, complete description, and amount of labor.
• Considerable knowledge of automotives.

SUGGESTED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum five years’ experience and training with large class vehicle operation, maintenance and repair is preferred.
• Graduation from high school or GED certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold a CDL Class A License with all applicable endorsements to operate any vehicle owned by the school system.
• Must be able to perform work exerting over 125 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion.
• Must pass an alcohol and drug test as per USDOT, FHWA, and local school board regulations as required.
• Continued training for individuals will be required to maintain a bus inspection certificate by the State of North Carolina.

This specification has been designated to represent the general nature and level of work found in positions in this class. As such, it is not intended to contain all of the duties and qualifications required of an employee in a single position (job). Consequently, it is not to be perceived as a position (job) description or as identification of essential functions as required by ADA. Always contact the school system in which you are interested for a finalized job description.

EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated regularly by the supervisor in accordance with Board Policy.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Michael Baier , Director of Transportation
• Transportation
• Email: [e-mail]

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