Mechanic

Mechanic Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Perform mechanical repairs to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Work on projects assigned. Follow established procedures.

High School Graduate/GED Valid Texas Commercial Driver's License with p-passenger and s-school bus endorsement or be able to obtain a CDL within the 3 months of employment.

Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs with general supervision Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts Acceptable driving record Ability to operate bus (preferred)

Maintain current Texas commercial driver license Pass annual criminal record check Pass annual Texas Department of public safety driving record check Pass annual Texas department of Public Safety medical examination Pass drug and alcohol test at any time Maintain current Texas Educational Agency School bus driver certificate (preferred)

At least two years experience as mechanic (preferred)

Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.

Perform mechanical repairs.

Help head mechanic complete major repairs.

Do welding and minor body work.

Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule

Complete work orders according to established procedures.

Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.

Perform preventive maintenance, including bleeding of air tanks, on shop equipment according to established schedules.

Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.

Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.

Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Help keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.

Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.

Operate buses and other vehicles as needed

Work irregular hours as needed.

Performs all duties in a safe manner including any required driving) to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Automotive diagnostic equipment, wheel balancing equipment, tire repairing equipment, small hand tools, drills, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, welding torch, torch wrench, jacks, lift equipment and, district vehicles.

Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts. Exposed to dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline, and diesel fuel.