Transportation Mechanic ll (updated)

Bus Garage; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits available

Job summary

Jackson County Public Schools Bus Garage in Sylva, NC is seeking a Transportation Mechanic II to maintain and repair school buses and related fleet vehicles. This full-time, 40-hour-per-week role requires a CDL with passenger, school bus, and tanker endorsements and a strong team mindset.

Starting immediately, with a $1,000 signing bonus paid in two installments, the position emphasizes safety, OSHA compliance, and milestone certifications (NC school bus inspection within 90 days).

Qualifications

• CDL Class A or B with passenger, school bus, and tanker endorsements required.
• Experience with engine maintenance, tire replacement, fuel dispensing, and washing vehicles.
• Willing to follow oral and written instructions; OSHA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, and maintain vehicles in school transportation.
• Perform early winter-time road inspections.
• Work independently during roadside repairs.
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Transportation.

Skills

CDL with endorsements

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Team player

Job description

Transportation Mechanic ll (updated)

Jackson County Public Schools Bus Garage - Sylva, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5573928

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Transportation Mechanic ll

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Non-Exempt; 12-months; 40 hours per week; Full Time

SALARY: NC 07-08

SIGN ON BONUS: $1,000 (paid out in two installments)

QUALIFICATIONS: CDL Class A or B with passenger, school bus, and tanker endorsements required; working knowledge of vehicle operation and maintenance; skill to perform tasks associated with engine maintenance, tire replacement, fuel dispensing, and washing vehicles, experience/knowledge of automotive air conditioning, ability to follow oral and written instructions; willing to be a team player. Must obtain NC school bus inspection certification within 90 days of employment. Must obtain underground site tank inspection certification in an appropriate time frame set by Transportation Director. Paint and Body repair experience preferred. Must be able to adhere to all OSHA regulations while performing daily tasks.

DUTIES: Perform duties in the operation, repair and maintenance of vehicles in the school transportation program; Will be going out to perform early winter-time road inspections; Must have the ability to work independently during roadside repairs; Other duties as assigned by Director of Transportation.

BENEFITS: Benefits Available

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer. The Jackson CountyPublic School System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person in hiring, tenure, or promotion on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or handicaps in any of its education or employment programs or activities. Assignments are made in accordance with the needs of the school system and are subject to change.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $2,911.33 to $3,929.38 Per Month

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Josh Francis , Director


• Bus Garage


• Email: [e-mail]