General Mechanic (Upon completing application, contact Coordinator, Anthony Griffin at agriffin@huntsville-isd.org)

Mechanic, General

Huntsville ISD

Reports to: Lead Mechanic

Dept./School: Transportation

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: Level 7 / 240 Days

Date Revised: October 2026

Goals

Employee must conduct them self both personally and professionally in such a manner so they will be perceived as an assist to both them self and their transportation job assignment.

Objectives

Repair the district buses and vehicles in such a manner that they are safe to operate. All repairs will be done in a timely and safe manner.

Qualifications/Education/Certification

Must be knowledgeable in the repair of buses and/or trucks Must have or obtain a class B CDL in a timely manner. Must exhibit a positive work attitude Must own and maintain your own hand tools

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Carry out the instructions given by the Lead Mechanic to assure that all vehicles are ready for safe operation.

2. Perform prescribed mechanical repair procedures in making ready for the safe operation of each vehicle.

3. Be capable of working with a minimum amount of supervision.

4. Keep the necessary records on all work performed.

5. Comply with the safety measures, policies, and procedures.

6. Perform the expected tasks at the level of expertise in the field assigned by the immediate supervisor.

7. Keep informed of and comply with the state and district policies as they pertain to the primary job function.

8. Job requires working both inside and outside in all temperatures and climatic conditions.

9. Must use approved chemicals and cleaning solvents as recommended to maintain and repair equipment.

10. Must operate school district vehicles daily. Must get in and out of vehicles several times per shift.

11. Must perform other district related duties assigned by the Lead Mechanic.

12. Must perform any other responsibilities as deemed necessary and appropriate by the Transportation Management.

13. Working Conditions:

14. Mental, Physical, and Environmental Factors: Continued standing, walking, climbing of stairs, ladders, and into lifts. Bending, carrying, kneeling, reaching, lifting, some of the parts and equipment are heavy. Working in tiring and uncomfortable positions due to equipment locations. Exposure to loud noise (some hearing protection may be required). Outside exposures to extreme heat, dust, humidity, rain, and cold depending on weather conditions. High work, i.e. on roofs, lifts, scaffolds, and towers. Frequent district travel within the Human Resources city. Uniforms are provided with identification badges and shall be worn according to district policy.

Safety

15. Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.

16. Operate tools in a safe and efficient manner and according to safety standards.

17. Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.

18. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties.

19. Correct unsafe working conditions and report unsafe conditions to your supervisor.

20. Follow proper use of Material Safety Data Sheets of chemicals commonly used on the job.

The foregoing statements in general describe the purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned or required.