36671 37967 Mechanic

Mechanic

Days: 260 Pay Grade: MT07 - unlicensed | MT08 - licensed ***Please check the Salary Schedule for current rates and stipend eligibility. Qualifications: Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent, preferred Must obtain a Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements upon hire ASE Certification Competence to obtain the State Inspection License upon hire Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of automotive mechanic experience *** Please see attached Job Description for more information.

Reports to: Assistant Director Fleet Operations Date Revised: October 2025 Dept./School: Transportation Pay Grade: MT07 or MT08 Certified

Primary Purpose

To perform skilled maintenance and repair work on district school buses, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must obtain a Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements upon hire
• ASE Certification
• Competence to obtain the State Inspection License upon hire

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of automotive mechanic experience

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Excellent organization, communication, multi-tasking, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engine maintenance and repair
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to pass Department of Transportation alcohol/drug tests and annual physical exam
• Ability to access and use printed service materials
• Ability to operate a school bus
• Acceptable driving record

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Maintenance, repair, oil changes, and preventative maintenance.

2. Perform major and minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely, efficient, and supervised manner.

3. Maintain accurate, up-to-date preventive maintenance records.

4. Rebuild, replace, or repair major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems, including engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical, and cooling systems.

5. Estimate the time and materials required to perform significant repairs.

6. Assign work to vehicle mechanics and mechanic assistants and inspect the completed pieces for quality.

7. Ability to work alone or with others as a team.

8. Work irregular hours as needed.

9. Must provide own tools appropriate for a professional maintenance shop environment.

10. Provide guidance, direction, and assistance to other mechanics as needed or assigned.

Safety 11. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery in accordance with prescribed safety procedures. 12. Ensure the shop, equipment, and tools are operating. 13. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor. 14. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other 15. Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service. 16. Operate buses and vehicles as needed. 17. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Tools/Equipment Used: 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) daily

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 operate 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. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.