1.0 Mechanic/Handyman-full time, 250 day employment term, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, Transportation Department

West Virginia Department of Education
West Virginia
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Position Type:

Bus Operator/Transportation/Bus Mechanic

Date Posted:

8/6/2025

Location:

Harrison County Schools Transportation Dept.

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FILE: GCB

TITLE:

Mechanic/Handyman

DESCRIPTION REVIEW:

Personnel employed who can independently perform skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of automobiles, school buses, and other mechanical and mobile equipment to use in a county school system

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Have or be willing to obtain the required inspector's license and commercial operator's license.
Possess a valid CDL license or be willing to obtain one.
Have a high school diploma/GED
Have good health, physical stamina, and be capable of performing heavy work.
Be able to use related tools and equipment.
Be able to communicate, read, write and perform simple mathematical computations common to the trade and follow written instructions.
Have previous verifiable experience and/or training as a mechanic.
Exhibit a high moral character, a good physical appearance, and be cooperative.
Have the ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with others.
Pass state-developed tests to indicate minimum competencies in each area of job classification as title or hold/have held such title of employment with a county board of education.
Demonstrate success in performing a wide variety of tasks requiring an understanding of and proficiency in mechanical repair of school automobiles, buses, trucks, and other mechanical and mobile vehicles.
Be capable of operating a recovery vehicle.
In addition to the above criteria, the applicant will be evaluated on her/his ability to respond to practical situations related to the specific requirements of the posted position. This evaluation will occur during the interview and throughout the selection process.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Have or be willing to obtain the required inspector's license and commercial operator's license.
Possess a valid CDL license or be willing to obtain one.
Have a high school diploma/GED
Have good health, physical stamina, and be capable of performing heavy work.
Be able to use related tools and equipment.
Be able to communicate, read, write and perform simple mathematical computations common to the trade and follow written instructions.
Have previous verifiable experience and/or training as a mechanic.
Exhibit a high moral character, a good physical appearance, and be cooperative.
Have the ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with others.
Pass state-developed tests to indicate minimum competencies in each area of job classification as title or hold/have held such title of employment with a county board of education.
Demonstrate success in performing a wide variety of tasks requiring an understanding of and proficiency in mechanical repair of school automobiles, buses, trucks, and other mechanical and mobile vehicles.
Be capable of operating a recovery vehicle.
In addition to the above criteria, the applicant will be evaluated on her/his ability to respond to practical situations related to the specific requirements of the posted position. This evaluation will occur during the interview and throughout the selection process.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:

Director of Transportation/Chief Mechanic

SELECTION:

The position is filled by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools.

SALARY AND EMPLOYMENT:

Based upon service salary schedule, experience, and competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation; Harrison County Service Salary Schedule

TERM:

Employment term 250 days.

FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

Diagnose and repair all automotive and truck equipment.
Make immediate vehicular repairs when defects are discovered.
Report vehicle and equipment deficiencies to supervisor.
Communicate with drivers to insure understanding of malfunctions or complaints on vehicles.
Report to the mechanical foreman upon completion of the assigned job for his final inspection.
Furnish a reasonable amount of small tools.
Attend training sessions as scheduled by the immediate supervisor.
Keep current on information pertaining to automotive and truck repair.
Help to promote high standards of safety and good housekeeping methods in all work-connected areas.
Display initiative.
Communicate freely within the chain of command.
Produce work of high quality.
Is willing to work overtime and/or a flexible schedule when necessary.
Set up and supervise a system for the receipt and issuance of parts and supplies and the keeping of records and inventories.
Complete maintenance records, including cost, for each vehicle assigned.
Record all work completed and time required properly, including body or chassis work.
Return tools and equipment to proper location after use.
Road test all vehicles after completion of repairs if necessary.
Be knowledgeable of emergency procedures, and prepared to respond to emergency situations at any time.
Perform routine scheduled preventative maintenance inspections for assigned vehicles.
Prepare vehicles for state inspections and possess a WV Inspectors' License as required by law to perform vehicle inspections.
Assist in maintaining a current inventory of supplies and equipment.
Assist in the preparation of an active file on maintenance and service records of vehicles in the fleet.
Washdown service bays, restrooms plus break room.
Clean the external building area so as to maintain a neat appearance.
Check the bus parking lot for damage, trash, and other debris.
Check bus lot and garage building and report any needed maintenance to supervisor.
Perform routine manual tasks in any operation of the county school system.
Perform such other tasks duties and assume such other responsibilities that may from time to time be assigned by the Superintendent or immediate supervisor.