FLEET MECHANIC - TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT

Fleet Mechanic

Reports To: Shop Supervisor/Director of Transportation

Work Days: 12 Months 240 Days - Salary: Salary Schedule 62-14 ($46,235 $59,628)

Location: Transportation Department

Job Description: To assist in providing safe, economical, and efficient Transportation Services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Routinely required to communicate verbally and in writing, and read and comprehend technical writing.
• Moderate walking, standing, climbing, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching.
• Routinely required to lift, push, and pull heavy objects.
• Work daily outside and inside in varying climates including hot, cold, dampness and humidity.
• Work around machinery with moving parts, moving objects, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline and diesel fuel.
• Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
• Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
• Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor.
• Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.
• Plan work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
• Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
• Confer with drivers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.
• Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear.
• Repair and service air conditioning, heating, engine-cooling, and electrical systems.
• Install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors and windshield wipers.
• Repair automatic transmissions.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and attends board provided training when needed.
• Must be willing and capable of operating a school bus as needed to support student transportation needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Associates/Technical degree preferred.
• Valid Alabama driver's License, CDL, and Alabama school bus driver's license. (Class "B" commercial driver's license with "P" and "S" endorsements)
• Minimum two (2) years successful experience as diesel and/or auto mechanic; ASE certifications including diagnostic skills preferred.
• Computer proficiency, experience with computerized inventory control program.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Must meet and maintain standards required by city vehicle insurance policy.
• Subject to drug tests as required by law and school board policy for transporting students and operating school owned vehicles.
• Must pass physical examination in accordance with the provisions of Section 16-27-4.1 of the Code of Alabama 1975.

Application Requirements:

• Completed Application (HireTrue)
• Resume (uploaded to application)
• Three (3) returned References (HireTrue)
• *PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*

Physical Requirements: Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

Revised: June 2026