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Charlotte Valley Central School Charlotte Valley Central School is seeking a qualified Automotive Mechanic/Bus Driver to perform skilled mechanical repair and maintenance of school buses and other district vehicles, and to operate a school bus as required. Candidates must meet minimum Civil Service qualifications. The successful candidate will be provided with a12-month Civil Service probationary appointment. Salary range: $53,000-63,000 commensurate with experience, plus contractual benefits. Position to begin 6/29/26. AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC - BUS DRIVER DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Performs a variety of skilled work involving responsibility for the efficient and complete overhaul and repair of school buses and other automotive equipment, and drives a school bus as required. General instructions are received regarding the tasks to be performed, permitting considerable leeway in planning the details of each assignment. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative Only) Performs skilled operations in the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of gasoline and diesel school buses, cars, trucks, and other automotive equipment; Replaces or repairs motors, pumps, fuel pumps, generators, carburetors, and shock absorbers; Repairs ignition systems, transmissions, brake systems, differentials, and front and rear axles; Tunes engine and sets the timing; Makes minor welding repairs to automotive and related equipment; Uses a variety of machine tools such as lathes and drill presses; Inspects buses and equipment for needed repairs, overhauling, adjustment, or replacement of parts; Operates buses and other automotive equipment in connection with repair work; Adjusts steering mechanisms and aligns wheels; Adjusts connecting rods and bearings; May perform motor vehicle inspections; May repair and maintain grounds maintenance equipment; Operates a school bus on a regular run or on a substitute basis or on special occasions; May be required to obtain NYS DMV 19A Examiner credentials and NYS School Bus Driver Instructor Certification; May prepare and maintain time sheets for Bus Drivers and notify substitutes to appear for work. FULL PERFORMANCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of standard automotive repair methods and of the terminology, tools, and safety precautions of the trade; Skill in performing automotive maintenance and repair tasks; Skill in the safe and efficient operation of motor equipment; Ability to operate acetylene cutting and welding equipment; Ability to work from plans and rough sketches; Ability to understand written and oral instructions; Good motor, hand, and eye coordination; Dexterity; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Charlotte Valley CSD is an equal opportunity employer.