Technology Technician

Transportation Tech I

Orange County Schools 010
- Transportation I
- Hillsborough, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs , and Orange County School District - NC

Job : 5899289

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE

Mechanic Technician I

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Transportation

SALARY

Salary Grade 65 plus supplement

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

REPORTS TO

Bus Driver Manager;
Assistant Director of Transportation

SUPERVISES

None

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday
- Friday

WORK HOURS

40

NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR

12

POSITION

PURPOSE:

The Transportation Technician I performs maintenance and repair work for the Transportation Department. Work involves operating a fuel delivery vehicle and fueling vehicles on an assigned route; operating a tire truck, evaluating the condition of vehicle tires and making the decision to replace tires as needed; and maintaining an accurate accounting of truck inventory. The Transportation Technician I is also responsible for performing minor vehicle sub-assembly checks and making necessary repairs;

performing engine oil and oil filter changes; and performing chassis lubrication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, tools, materials, and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of a variety of vehicles
• Considerable knowledge of the operating principles of engines and of the standard mechanical components of automotive and related equipment
• Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of equipment repair work and large-scale shop operations
• Working knowledge of the principles of internal combustion engines and hydraulic systems
• Skilled in the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of automotive and related equipment
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in detecting malfunctions and in solving mechanical problems
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to prepare and maintain simple records
• Ability to perform the manual labor associated with major mechanical repair work
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Three (3) to five (5) years of training or experience in repair and maintenance of automotive equipment
• Must be aware of and understand pertinent OSHA requirements
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with a passenger, air brake, and S endorsement required for mechanics aged 18-21
• At age 21, must obtain and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with additional endorsements for tanker and combination vehicles
• Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles
• Certification as a forklift operator

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree or vocational training from an accredited institution in the area of mechanics, automotive repair, or other related field
• Experience working with school buses and large vehicles

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate a safety mindset at all times; ensure safe buses for students, a safe working environment for fellow workers, and monitor the safe movements of school and activity buses while operating on public streets and highways
• Operate fuel delivery vehicles; load fuel tanker at bulk fuel facility
• Fuel school and activity buses on a scheduled, assigned route
• Maintain accurate records of dispensed fuel and provide fuel accounting documentation directly to the designated Transportation recipient for entry into the State Vehicle Fleet Management System
• Operate tire truck; evaluate condition of truck tires; make on-the-spot decisions regarding whether or not to replace tires as needed; repair flats; discard unusable tires appropriately and mount new tires as needed
• Provide accounting…