MECHANIC III

Wake County Public School System • Raleigh, NC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Completes 30-day inspections on WCPSS school buses. Performs diagnostics and troubleshooting on the fleet of Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) school buses and service trucks. Completes routine and complex repairs in the field to ensure buses are operating safely.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certification
• At least five years of experience in the repair and maintenance of light and/or medium duty vehicles.
• Must be DPI 30-day inspection certified or be able to become certified within 120 days. Earning DPI certification is a requirement for continued employment.
• Possess a valid NC Class B Commercial Driver's License with S and P endorsements.
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point; Google Apps
• Knowledge and ability to diagnose, repair and replace mechanical and electrical components on school buses and service trucks
• Ability to organize and plan effectively for the maintenance of a large fleet of buses
• Ability to work effectively in the field without constant supervision
• 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 establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of EKOS work order system.
• Knowledge of NCDPI school bus specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform 30-day inspections, as prescribed by the NC Board of Education.
• Operate specialized tools in order to diagnose and repair bus engines.
• Organize and schedule daily activities in order to meet deadlines associated with the Maintenance Program.
• Complete road calls in an efficient manner, as directed of a dispatcher.
• Exposed to a variety of weather conditions.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED