Transportation Mechanic I

HYDE COUNTY SCHOOLS

TRANSPORTATION MECHANIC I

NATURE OF WORK
An employee in this class performs semi-skilled duties in the operation, repair, and maintenance of the vehicles in the school transportation program. Manuals are provided as resource guides for new assignments while other tasks are performed based on experience. Minor problems may be resolved; most others are referred to a supervisor. Errors may be quickly revealed or may be located only by the involvement of others. Most errors may be easily remedied and not costly. The employee receives limited supervision.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Fills fuel tanks on school buses and school-owned vehicles.
• Lubricates moving parts of vehicle chassis.
• Checks, adds, and replaces brake and steering fluids.
• Checks, adds, and changes engine oil.
• Installs air and oil filters.
• Replace wiper blades and fan belts.
• Rotates, replaces, and repairs tires.
• Replaces brake linings.
• Cleans, adjusts and changes spark plugs.
• Drains and cleans radiators.
• Inspects exterior and interior of vehicles for defects.
• Removes minor dents.
• Paints buses and vehicles with spray equipment.
• Tests headlight alignment and makes necessary adjustments.
• Cleans carburetors, ignition systems, and electrical components.
• Tests and replaces batteries as needed.
• Checks and repairs doors and lifts.
• Repairs seat belts.
• Repairs broken windows.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of vehicle operation and maintenance.
• Skill to perform manual tasks associated with engine maintenance, tire replacement, fuel dispensing, washing vehicles, etc.
• Skill in operating various machines in repairing vehicles.
• Ability to locate problems.
• Ability to physically perform minor repairs.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

SUGGESTED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Some experience and training with vehicle operation, maintenance, and repair is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Appropriate North Carolina driver’s license for the weight and type of vehicles operated as required by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License with school bus certification in order to serve as a backup bus driver as needed.
• Serve as an adjunct teacher in the area of diesel mechanics

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 80 pounds.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or carry up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to occasionally push or pull up to 80 pounds.
• Must be able to frequently push or pull up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to move machinery safely.
• Must be able to frequently perform the following: work on ladders, handling, and reaching.
• Must be able to occasionally perform the following: climbing, crawling, kneeling, crouching, overhead lifting, stooping, fine manipulation, bending, keying, and balancing.

EMPLOYMENT TERM

• 12 months
• Full-time with benefits

SALARY:  Hourly | 40 hours weekly | Pay Grade NC-06 on the North Carolina State Salary Schedule

REPORTS TO: Transportation Mechanic III and Director of Operations

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform this job.

Salary : $16 - $25