Vehicle Mechanic I or II

Applications are being accepted for a vehicle mechanic I or II for the Crittenden County Schools Bus Garage for the 2026-27 school year. This is a full-time position with 8 hours a day on a 240-day per year contract. Starting pay begins at $17.73 or $19.79, based on experience and qualifications.

Perform mechanical repair work on school buses, trucks and other gas and diesel powered automotive equipment; perform body repairs, gas or diesel engine overhauls, transmission overhauls and electrical systems repairs as needed.

• Disassemble motors and repair, adjust and replace parts; recondition and adjust ignition and carburetor systems; tune engines including injectors and generators; repair, fit and adjust valves, pistons, rings and bearings; clean, repair and replace carburetors, fuel pumps, fuel lines, gauges and electrical wiring systems.
• Perform major mechanical repairs; overhaul transmissions, differentials and universal joints; repair, adjust and line brakes; rebuild and replace air and hydraulic brake system components; perform front end alignment and repair.
• Perform mechanical repair work on school buses and other gas or diesel-powered automotive equipment; assure buses conform to established standards for passenger vehicles; complete related maintenance records.
• Inspect and diagnose mechanical defects in school buses, trucks, automobiles, vans, tractors, electric carts and other mechanical equipment; drive and test school buses and provide emergency road service to disabled District school buses and vehicles as required.
• Read and interpret schematics and diagrams; diagnose and repair mechanical defects in a variety of vehicles.
• Repair and replace alternators, generators, starters, voltage regulators, distributors and lighting systems; install a variety of parts including batteries, brakes, glass and door handles.
• Operate a variety of equipment and machinery including electronic and mechanical diagnostic equipment, scopes, tire changers, grinders, lathes, emissions analyzer, steam cleaner, hoists, jacks, torches and welding equipment and a variety of power and hand tools.
• Grind valves and perform welding; rebuild equipment as needed.
• Conduct periodical mechanical safety checks on buses as mandated by law; test vehicles for compliance with exhaust emissions standards.
• Respond to service calls and perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Perform lubrication, oil changes, battery maintenance, tire changes and servicing of equipment.
• Process work orders and maintain records of time worked and materials used; recommend purchase of needed parts, supplies and tools.
• Maintain work area, equipment and tools in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Drive buses of varying sizes when driver shortage exists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance.