What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Mechanic position at Mexico Central School District?
Posting #26-166
ANTICIPATED VACANCY NOTICE
DATE: June 18, 2026
POSITION TITLE: Driver Mechanic
CURRENT ASSIGNMENT: Bus Garage (Transportation Department)
CERTIFICATION: Civil Service - Non-Competitive Class
START DATE: As Soon As Possible
PRIMARY WORK ACTIVITIES:
Typical activities characteristic of the class.
- Makes skilled repairs to gasoline and diesel motor equipment, including trucks, tractors, and buses
- Repairs or replaces motors, pumps, fuel pumps, generators, carburetors and shock absorbers
- Repairs ignition systems, transmissions, brake systems, clutches and front and rear axles
- Adjusts connecting rods and bearings
- Directs, assigns and checks minor repairs and maintenance performed by helpers
- Adjusts steering mechanisms and aligns wheels
- Makes minor welding repairs to automotive equipment
- Tunes engine and sets the timing
- Operate a school bus on a regular schedule or on special occasions
- Maintains orderly conduct of children on bus
- May clean and maintain department garage
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Superintendent of Schools
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, specialized background, training and experience.
- One year of full-time paid experience in skilled automotive repair
- Minimum "CDL B" license with "PS" endorsement and air brakes
- Must meet all DMV requirements for School Bus Driver
- Must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Education
- Operate a bus under difficult driving and road conditions
- Follow simple oral and written directions
- Mental alertness and dependability
- Possess basic skills required to deal with behavior management
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Full-time, 12-month position
- Probationary appointment
- $60,638.00 per year (2026-2027 school year)
- Benefits based on CSEA contract
- Hours of work: 8 hours per day
- Hours may vary per supervisor's discretion to meet district needs
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
Outside applicants and current employees requesting a promotional move, please see our website (https://www.mexicocsd.org/job-opportunities) for application instructions. Please include contact information for 3 professional references with your application. Current eligible employees interested in a lateral move please submit a letter of interest to HR@mexicocsd.org. Please reference posting #26-166 in all correspondence.
The Mexico Central School District is in compliance with federal and state laws governing equal opportunity prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnic background, religion, sex, age, marital status, physical handicap, and any other protected category under federal, state, or local laws. EOE/AA. This position will be filled in accordance with Civil Service Law.
Civil Service Title: Automotive Mechanic
Job Number: 26-166
Salary : $60,638