Transportation Lead Technician

Lead Technician

Reports to: Director of Transportation & Fleet Manager

Dept./Campus: Transportation

Classification: Non-Exempt

Primary Purpose: Responsible for on-site leadership of vehicle mechanics and mechanic assistants. Perform major mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsement
• ASE Masters certificate or equivalent preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Advanced knowledge of automotive mechanics and maintenance
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs independently
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and physical exam
• Ability to access and use service materials
• Ability to operate bus
• Ability to communicate effectively with others

Experience

Three or more years of experience in bus maintenance and repair preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

• Perform major and minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner and without supervision. Maintain accurate, up-to-date preventive maintenance records.
• Rebuild, replace, or repair major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems including engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical, and cooling systems.
• Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs.
• Establish preventative maintenance and care schedules.
• Notify the Director of Transportation and Fleet Manager of vehicles and equipment that are worn out or obsolete.
• Make recommendations for purchase and monitor the effectiveness of diagnostic software.
• Assign work to vehicle mechanics and mechanic assistants and inspect completed work for quality.
• Consult with other mechanics to help resolve repair problems and help train mechanics and mechanic assistants.

Purchasing and Receiving

• Order and pick up or arrange for delivery of parts as needed.
• Contact vendors to check on availability of parts and supplies. Ensure parts catalogs and other resource information are current.

Safety

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Ensure shop, equipment, and tools are clean and in safe operating condition.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Assist with investigations of school bus accidents, student safety violations, and participate in post-accident review processes.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

• Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service. Conduct regular parts and fuel usage inventories and identify and resolve any deficiencies.
• Operate buses and vehicles as needed.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Display tolerance necessary for accepting supervision for and criticism of job performance.
• Work in harmony with supervisory, faculty, and peer personnel.
• Use professional information discreetly and judiciously.
• Support and follow administrative and Board policy.
• Represent the school system to the community in a positive, professional way.
• Maintain a sincere, friendly attitude toward patrons.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Monitor and direct the work of mechanics and mechanic assistants.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; forklift or hydraulic lifting equipment; automotive diagnostic equipment; wheel balancing equipment; tire repairing equipment; small hand tools; power tools; welding torch; torque wrench; jack and lift equipment; computer and peripherals; school bus and district vehicles.

Posture: Moderate standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Moderate walking; frequent climbing, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; moderate driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.