Transportation - Technician III

Transportation - Tech III

Perform major and minor mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent (ex: G.E.D.)
Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B) with P and S endorsements
Knowledge of school bus/automotive mechanical components
Associate Degree in Auto Repair and/or a minimum of four (4) ASE Automotive Certifications (Automotive A1-A-8 or Medium/Heavy Duty Truck T1-T6, or School Bus S1-S7) or obtain ASE certifications within 18 months of employment, or TASBT Texas Association of School bus Technicians equivalent
Required to maintain ASE certifications or TASBT certifications.
Possess and maintain Texas School Bus Driver certification.
Airbrake Certified

Acceptable communications, public relations, and interpersonal skills. Must be able to diagnose and troubleshoot and effect repairs for all district vehicles, including: Removal and replacement of engines, fuel systems, Electrical, Diagnose Transmissions RR Knowledge of Service Maxx, Diamond Logic builder, Cummins In-site, Mercedes, Detroit, Alison doc programs. After treatment systems including EGR Valves EGR Coolers, SCR, DPF. DOC and Injector Diagnostics. Turbo Chargers-Cylinder Cutout test-Leak down test-High Pressure pump test-ICP & IPR.

Ability to diagnose minor mechanical problems and perform repairs with supervision Ability to operate tools and equipment involved in vehicle repair Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts Ability to pass required bus driver safety training Ability to operate a school bus Must be willing to progress to mechanical level with training

Minimum two (5) years auto/truck maintenance and repair experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule. Rotate and balance tires, change oil and filters, lubricate vehicle parts, inspect and replace hoses, belts, mirrors, lamps, and maintain all fluid levels. Maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance Diagnoses mechanical problems of vehicles. Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures Promotes high standards of safety and acceptable housekeeping methods in all working areas. Performs mechanical duties such as a general mechanics functions and recognition and repair of all safety equipment. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and services. Uses time wisely to ensure productivity and efficiency.