Purpose

The Transportation Mechanic is responsible for the operation, repair, and maintenance of the vehicles within the Pamlico County Schools Transportation Department.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED
• Must have or be eligible to have a CDL license
• Mechanic experience is preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Class A CDL, tanker, and school bus endorsements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnoses minor and frequently occurring mechanical problems
• Rotates, aligns, and balances tires
• Repairs and replaces damaged vehicle body parts
• Removes, replaces and reassembles transmissions; clutches; fuel, oil, and water pumps; generators and other parts of the engine and suspension system
• Perform general maintenance as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of departmental organization and operational policies and procedures
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities