Job Description

Bus Mechanic Sampson County Schools Central Office - Clinton, North Carolina Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5692931 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026 Job Description BUS MECHANIC

NATURE OF WORK

An employee in this class performs complex duties in the operation, repair and maintenance of the vehicles in the school transportation program. Most work is performed based on prior experience. The employee is expected to resolve problems of medium difficulty with little assistance while others may be referred to a supervisor. Most errors may be expected to be resolved by the employee. The employee receives general supervision and work is occasionally reviewed while in progress. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK Diagnoses minor and frequently occurring mechanical problems Adjusts timing mechanism, replaces and sets points and plugs, and refaces valves Rotates, aligns, and balances wheels Installs shock absorbers Repairs and replaces damaged vehicle body parts Tests electrical systems and makes necessary repairs Repairs carburetors, ignition systems, and electrical components Checks and repairs doors and lifts Removes, replaces and reassembles transmissions; clutches; fuel, oil, and water pumps; generators and other parts of the engine and suspension system Performs general maintenance as needed KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of school bus and vehicles operation and maintenance Considerable knowledge of the operating principles of internal combustion engines Considerable knowledge of the methods of adjusting and repairing the electrical and generating systems of automotive equipment Skill to perform manual tasks associated with engine maintenance, tire replacement, and vehicle body repair Ability to follow oral and written instructions Ability to physically perform most repairs SUGGESTED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Sufficient education and experience to demonstrate possession of the needed knowledge and abilities SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Appropriate North Carolina driver's license for the weight and type of vehicles operated as required by the Department of Motor Vehicles Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation Job Requirements High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Wendy Cabral 437 Rowan Rd Clinton, North Carolina 28328 Phone: 910-592-1401 Email: wcabral@sampson.k12.nc.us #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Work visa

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