Lube Technician

Technician - Lube

JOB TITLE: Technician - Lube

DATE REVISED: July 30, 2025

REPORTS TO: Mechanic Coordinator

DEPARTMENT/CAMPUS: Facility & School Services: Transportation

PAY GRADE: MT5

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Purpose Summary

The Lube Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels, supporting preventive maintenance efforts, and maintaining accurate service records for district vehicles. This role requires the ability to work independently, respond to road calls, operate basic computer systems, and assist with general shop duties as needed. The technician must provide their own tools and be willing to support other departments.

Key Functions, Essential Duties, and Responsibilities

General Duties

1. Maintain accurate updated records of preventative maintenance.

2. Must furnish your own hand tools and toolbox.

3. Maintain safe working conditions and correct unsafe conditions or report any that are not correctable to your supervisor.

4. Be available for road calls during shifts and after hours.

5. Ability to work with minimal supervision.

6. Check fluid levels of buses on the lot.

7. Clean shop and empty garbage cans.

8. Open and close entrance gates.

9. Support wash bay facility, repair seats, etc. when needed.

10. Willing to attend classes as needed.

11. Provide support as a Cover Driver when needed.

12. Must be computer literate and able to learn new software programs.

13. Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Mechanic Coordinators, Assistant Director of Fleet Services, or the Director of Transportation.

Compliance

14. Performs all duties in accordance with standard procedures and protocols established by the Transportation Department and the District, and as set forth by governing entities and regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, Texas Education Code, Texas Administrative Code, Texas Transportation Code, Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Health & Safety Code, Texas Accessibility Standards, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).

15. Demonstrates and maintains proficient working knowledge and understanding of compliance requirements and standards including, but not limited to, student transportation safety, workplace safety, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, safe operation of bus equipment, emergency evacuation procedures, as well as other related requirements as they pertain to the job function.

16. Ensure all vehicle inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities are performed in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Department of Transportation (DOT) standards.

Technician - Lube

Job Description

17. Adheres to all other District wide policies and procedures including, but not limited to, human resources, safety, and emergency protocols.

General

18. Demonstrates support towards the District's Shared Vision, Mission, and Promise Purpose.

19. Displays integrity, responsibility, accountability, teamwork, and ethics.

20. Assists department leadership in the compilation of miscellaneous confidential reports, as requested.

21. Attends departmental and organizational meetings, as required.

22. Participates in continuing education programs and related activities relevant to the job function, as required.

23. Performs assigned job duties and responsibilities in accordance with established performance expectations, as well as with District policies, procedures, protocols and standard practices.

24. Demonstrates basic working knowledge and understanding of software systems and applications pertaining to student transportation management, incident reporting, GPS, training and compliance, communication, and other programs relevant to the job function.

25. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience & Credential Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED
• Active, Valid, and In Good Standing Texas Commercial Driver's License with Class B, (P) Passenger and (S) School Bus Endorsements
• Active, Valid, and In Good Standing school bus safety education certification

Core Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Time Management – Budgets, schedules, and manages own time to fulfill priorities effectively and efficiently.

Safety – Identifies, and appropriately addresses, existing and predictable hazards in the working conditions and surrounding working environment that are unsanitary, hazardous, and/or dangerous to others.

Composure – Maintains a calm presence during complex and high stress situations.

Stress Management – Demonstrates resilience and stress tolerance by continuing to perform effectively when faced with time pressures, adversity, disappointment, or opposition.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to work primarily outdoors or in a vehicle maintenance facility, exposed to varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain). Physically demanding work involving standing for long periods, bending, lifting heavy parts or equipment (often 50+ lbs), and using ladders or tools. May require exposure to vehicle fluids, cleaning chemicals, and mechanical parts, requiring use of personal protective equipment (PPE) like gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection. This is a noisy, fast-paced environment, working around operating buses and machinery. May be required to work early mornings, evenings, or weekends, including after-hour road calls or during emergency situations. This position also includes regular interaction with drivers, mechanics, and supervisors, requiring clear communication and attention to detail. Tasks include reading, seeing, speaking, hearing, listening, organizing, interpreting data and information, typing using a computer keyboard and mouse, viewing a computer monitor for extended periods, and occasional use of a telephone. Periodic operation of a motor vehicle on public roadways to and from various trouble shooting locations may be required.

Employee Acknowledgement

My signature below acknowledges that I have received and read my job description, and that I understand the scope, essential job duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and working environment that apply to my job. I further acknowledge that I can safely and effectively perform the essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation, and in accordance with the policies, procedures, expectations, and standards of the District.

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