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Mechanic

Jackson Public Schools MS Transportation South - Jackson, Mississippi

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• Job : 5565303
• Final date to receive applications: Apr 03, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
• Posted: Mar 03, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

• Physically and mentally competent to perform manual labor tasks
• Knowledge and experience to do engine tune‑ups, complete engine overhauls, general mechanics, and other related duties
• Knowledge of bus diesel engines such as 8.2, 7.3, Cummins engine, and 3116 Cat engine
• A combination of education and experience in skilled mechanics and repair of equipment
• Valid Mississippi Commercial Driver’s license with air brakes
• Must be insurable by district insurance carrier
• Applicant must submit to and pass drug screening test as outlined by district policy.

Supervisor of Vehicle Maintenance

N/A

To keep equipment operating so that there is no interruption in the daily schedule of student transportation.

• Performs regular maintenance jobs involving a variety of skilled duties including using a computer laptop, Pro Link and A.C. Compression Service.
• Does engine repairs such as tune‑ups, overhauls, and general maintenance.
• Performs major and minor motor repair and replacement work on trucks and other equipment.
• Works on air brake systems.
• Replaces valves and seats grinding.
• Brazes and welds metals as needed.
• Installs rings and bearings and effects proper adjustments.
• Overhauls and repairs carburetors and clutches.
• Tunes motors using standard testing equipment, cleans and replaces spark plugs, and installs radiator hoses.
• Repairs transmissions, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies.
• Takes down, repairs, and reassembles air compressors, pumps, and related equipment.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

• Classification:
  Mechanic
• Scale:
  Classified
• Grade: I
• Days Employed: 241 per school year
• Range: $24.50
• Overtime:
  Non‑exempt

• Position Type: Full-Time