Fleet Maintenance Mechanic III Clayton County Public Schools

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Clayton County Public Schools Job Details Job ID:

5827234

Application Deadline:

Oct 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Jul 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

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POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, maintains and repairs a variety of automotive equipment, primarily school buses, automobiles, and related mechanical equipment. Performs inspections, repairs and preventive maintenance on Clayton County Public School buses. Supports Maintenance Supervisor by providing leadership and job training in the daily operations of the Maintenance shop. This position reports to the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs complex mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of school buses and other automotive equipment. Diagnoses potential vehicle malfunctions (e.g. using computer diagnostic equipment, etc.) for needed repairs and/or replacements. Tests equipment and evaluates component failure. Inspects, evaluates, maintains, and repairs all related vehicles and equipment. Provides technical assistance and job training to Maintenance Mechanics as needed. Trains employees to install, maintain, or repair school buses and related mechanical equipment. Coordinates with other departments, Maintenance Mechanics, and Supervisor to complete job assignments. Performs proper check-out procedures to trace and locate defects and determines level of repair needed. Repairs and replaces starters, generators, distributors, relays, and other automotive electrical equipment etc. Maintains records of repair and maintenance work. All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services. Make emergency repairs to equipment in the field; makes proper recommendations to shop supervisor for repair. Maintains and repairs heavy equipment (e.g. buses, forklifts, etc.). Assumes responsibility for all materials (parts, tools, equipment, and/or vehicles assigned. Have ready access to all tools, parts, and equipment issued.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or GED certificate required. Vocational training in area required. Minimum of five (5) years automotive, maintenance experience. Must be computer literate. Applies, recommends and implements technology concepts to improve the effectiveness of the Maintenance Department. Valid GA Commercial Driver's License (CDL) of class B. Requires regular contact with internal and external personnel of influence and decision-making responsibility to discuss issues of moderate importance. Provides training and guidance to Maintenance personnel as needed. Responsibility for the

Welfare of Others:

Constant (Daily) - to exercise the duty of care and protection of the health, safety, security, welfare, well-being, and best interests of the district's various stakeholders. Variable work environment - Maintenance shop, and emergency calls. Potential hazards of this position include regular exposure to electricity, and chemicals. Subjected to wide range of temperature. Ability to wear appropriate safety equipment, including mask, respirator, safety glasses and/or goggles, ear protectors, protective hat, gloves, coveralls, etc. as required. Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds frequently and one (100) pounds occasionally. Walking, standing, kneeling, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling and lying near and under vehicle, reaching in all directions for eight (8) hours per day.

NOTE:

This is a Grade 24, 225-day position with a salary range of $50,574 - $55,119. Final salary placement within this range is determined based on individual credentials, years of relevant experience, and the guidelines outlined in the CCPS Compensation Handbook found here .

Position Type:

FULL TIME

Job Requirements Contact Information Applicant Account , Testing 1058 Fifth Avenue Jonesboro, Georgia 30236

Phone:

(770) 473-2700

Email:

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