Mechanic

Job Title

Mechanic Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports To

Transportation Director

Department/School

Transportation

Primary Purpose

Perform routine repair and maintain on all vehicles.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to perform mechanical repairs with supervision

Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam

Ability to operate bus, have Class B CDL

Ability to understand and follow detailed written or verbal instructions

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Experience:

1 year experience in minor vehicle repair and maintenance

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Maintenance and Repairs

1. Perform routine vehicle maintenance according to established preventative maintenance schedules and procedures and keep accurate, up-to-date records.
2. Perform routine mechanical repairs.
3. Disassemble simple components and clean parts for reassembly.
4. Assist with lifting and maneuvering heavy parts and components.
5. Requisition parts and tools as directed and pick up parts from vendors when required.
6. Clean shop floors, stalls, driveways, tools, and equipment. Fuel, check fluid levels, tires, on all school vehicles, and inspect vehicles for safety issues

Safety

1. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to established safety procedures.
2. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

Other

1. Operate buses and vehicles as needed, including driving buses into shop area for repairs or on a route.
2. Record use of gas and mileage for buses daily.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used:

Wheel balancing equipment; tire repairing equipment; small hand tools; power tools; welding torch; torque wrench; jack and lift equipment; 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, climbing; frequent 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