MECHANIC - CLASS A

December 15, 2023

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