Mechanic - Preventative Maintenance

Preventative Maintenance

Perform daily cleaning and service of buses and vehicles. Assist with minor vehicle repairs.

Title: Preventative Maintenance

Status: Non-Exempt (At-Will)

Reports To: Fleet Manager or Lead Mechanic

Terms: 238 Days

Department: Transportation Services

Pay Grade: AX5

Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED Appropriate clear and valid commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements One (1) ASE or TASBTC Certification preferred

Experience: Some knowledge of automotive mechanics

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, carrying, pushing and pulling; moderate lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs. Work outside and inside with moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes; work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts. Exposure to dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline, and diesel fuel. Ability to egress from bus and supervise student evacuation from bus in a timely manner during emergency situations. Ability to drive all types of school buses and other district vehicles. Work irregular hours as needed.

Essential Functions:

1. Perform minor repairs to district fleet vehicles. Ensure district vehicles are in a clean and working order

2. Service vehicles according to established preventative maintenance schedule. Rotate and balance tires, change oil and filter, lubricate vehicle parts, inspect and replace hoses, belts, mirrors, lamps. Maintain all fluid levels

3. Maintain accurate, updated records of fleet maintenance including time and materials required to perform repairs and service

4. Perform visual inspection of vehicles and report any defects or repairs as needed

5. Operate district vehicle, tools and equipment according to established safety procedures

6. Keep shop areas and surrounding parking lot clean. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately

7. Perform as a substitute operator when necessary

The above statements are intended to describe major job functions of this position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The Superintendent or designee may assign additional duties when deemed appropriate.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, ability, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.