Master Mechanic

Wake County Public Schools • Raleigh, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs complex duties in the operation, repair, and maintenance of school buses in the transportation program. Correctly diagnosis’ and repairs school bus engines, ensuring prompt return to service. Completes required reports to capture all labor, parts, and materials expended while performing inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs in maintenance software. Ensures resource efficiency. Provides guidance and support/assistance to other mechanics.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of heavy duty diesel engines and repair techniques and methods
• Extensive knowledge of maintenance software
• Considerable knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel; Google Apps
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback
• Ability to make decisions regarding the maintenance, diagnosis of mechanical problems, and the repair of school buses with minimal supervision
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems by experience
• Ability to utilize diagnostic tools to determine how to appropriately and efficiently make repairs to school buses
• Ability to communicate repair methods and solutions with management and peers
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, contractors, vendors, and external agencies.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Five years of progressive experience repairing diesel engines.
• Must hold and maintain a valid commercial driver’s license according to the State of NC requirements
• Within twelve months of employment complete safety training according to OSHA standards.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of North Carolina Department of Instruction (NCDPI) regulations pertaining to school buses and transportation
• The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex work in the diagnosis, repair and maintenance of school buses, determines extent and type of repair needed, and estimates cost of repairs.
• Orders parts and accessories for the repair of school buses, enters work orders into software system used by the district, maintains shop tools and equipment, and ensures and maintains shop in a safe and orderly condition.
• Assists management to ensure repair practices are current with industry standards and State law.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees