MECHANIC - CLASS A
May 7, 2024
Primary Function:
To engage in repairing, adjusting, servicing, inspecting, and cleaning
school buses, automobiles, trucks, and other school division motor vehicles.
Qualifications:
1. Is at least 21 years of age and meets the requirements of good
physical health and can perform moderate to heavy lifting up to
50 pounds.
2. Possesses a high school diploma.
3. Possesses a valid Virginia Commercial Driver's License (Class B at
minimum) with school bus and passenger bus endorsements OR
successfully obtain Virginia CDL with correct endorsements within
one year of employment.
4. Possesses prior successful experience as an automobile and/or truck
fleet mechanic for both diesel & gasoline engines, as well as certification
as an official inspection mechanic by the Virginia Department of
State Police.
5. Possesses the ability to stand for extended periods of time, push or pull
objects, walk, reach (above shoulders, overhead, and horizontally), and
operate equipment and tools while being subject to environmental
conditions, hazards, atmospheric conditions, noise, chemicals, infrequently,
oils, and fumes.
REPORTS TO: CHIEF MECHANIC AND SUPERVISOR OF TRANSPORTATION
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Examines, vehicles and discusses findings with head mechanic.
2. Plans work procedures, using technical manuals, computer diagnostic
equipment and experience.
3. Raises vehicles using hydraulic jacks or hoist to gain access to mechanical
units bolted to underside of vehicles.
4. Removes units, such as engine, transmission, or differential, using wrenches,
portable air hoist, and transmission jack.
5. Disassemble units and inspect parts of wear, using micrometers, calipers,
and thickness gauges.
6. Overhauls or replaces carburetors, fuel injectors, turbos, blowers,
generators, distributors, starters, alternators.
7. Repair or replace engine parts, such as,pistons,rods, gears, valves
and bearings, using mechanic's had tools.
8. Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
9. Recline and adjust brakes, align front ends, repair or replace shock
absorbers, and solder minor leaks in radiators.
10. Mend damaged bodies and fenders by hammering out or filling in
dents and welding broken parts.
11. Replace and adjust headlights, and installs and repairs accessories,
such as heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.
12. Makes minor repairs to vehicles along highways, such as replacing
spark plugs, batteries and light bulbs, and connecting loose wires.
13. Assist head mechanic in maintaining a clean and safe workshop.
14. On call 24 hour each day; serve as an emergency bus driver and/or
bus aide as needed.
15. Assist with inclement weather road condition checks and other weather-related duties as needed.
16. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Terms of employment: 12 months per year
Current employees of Wythe County Public Schools may submit a letter of interest. All other interested and qualified persons may submit a completed application form to:
Director of Personnel
Wythe County Public Schools
1570 West Reservoir Street
Wytheville, VA 24382
Telephone: (276) 228-5411; Fax: (276) 228-9192
Web Site: http://wythe.k12.va.us
APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL FILLED
Notice of Non-Discrimination:
The Wythe County School Board is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law, political affiliation, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This commitment prevails in all of its policies and practices concerning staff, students, educational programs and services, and individuals and entities with whom the Board does business.
The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Personnel and Human Resources or School Social Worker: 1570 W. Reservoir Wytheville, VA 24382, 276-228-5411.
You may also contact these individuals at:
https://wythe.k12.va.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=433983&pageId=2352681
For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481