Technician (26-27)

Technician

Perform mechanical repairs to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Work on projects assigned, follow established procedures.

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED from an approved entity
• Acceptable driving record as specified by Texas Department of Public Safety for school bus drivers.
• Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B) with P and S endorsements
• Minimum of 6 Texas Association for School Bus Technicians (TASBT) certifications or 6 Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications (Automotive A1 A8, Medium/Heavy Duty Truck T1-T6 or School Bus S1-S7) or must obtain and maintain TASBT and/or ASE within 18 months of employment.
• Certified Texas Vehicle Safety and/or DOT inspector license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of diesel and gasoline engine repair
• Ability to diagnose electrical/electronic concerns and perform repairs with general supervision
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs with general supervision
• Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
• Ability to pass required bus driver safety training
• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to operate bus
• Must have required tools or obtain them within 60 days of employment.

Technician I

Experience:

• Two years' verifiable experience as technician

Technician II

Experience:

• Three years' verifiable experience as technician
• Computer diagnostics for automotive and diesel

Technician III

Experience:

• Four years' verifiable experience as technician
• Body shop experience required
• Computer diagnostics for automotive and diesel
• Ability to obtain a Class A driver's license

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repairs

1. Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical, electrical and electronic problems in vehicles.
2. Perform minor/major mechanical repairs.
3. Assist technicians with evaluating mechanical, electrical, and electronic concerns.
4. Access and utilize printed/electronic service/repair manuals.
5. Do welding and minor body work.
6. Service vehicles according to an established preventive maintenance schedule. Rotate and balance tires; change oil and filters; lubricate vehicle parts; inspect and replace hoses, belts, mirrors, lamps; and maintain all fluid levels.
7. Maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.
8. Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.
9. Demonstrate process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to mechanic helpers.
10. Perform preventive maintenance, including bleeding of air tanks, on shop equipment according to established schedules.

Safety

1. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
2. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
3. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately.
4. Help keep the shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.

Other

1. Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
2. Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.
3. Work irregular hours as needed.
4. Assist with training technicians and mechanic helpers.
5. May be required to be on call after hours and on weekends.
6. Serve as a substitute white fleet or bus driver as needed.
7. Other duties assigned by the supervisor.

General Employee Requirements:

• Quality of Work complete assignments meeting quality standards, to include accuracy, neatness, thoroughness and adherence to standards and safety rules.
• Quantity of Work demonstrate the ability to manage several responsibilities simultaneously, perform work in a productive and timely manner, and meet work schedules.
• Work Habits display a positive, cooperative attitude toward work assignments, working diligently to accomplish tasks assigned.
• Communication communicate in a positive manner with others, to include listening and responding appropriately, expressing ideas orally and in writing in a manner that helps build a positive climate for the organization.
• Dependability adhere to time frames, monitor projects and exercise follow-through, be on time for meetings and appointments, and respond appropriately to instructions and procedures.
• Cooperation work well with co-workers and supervisors as a contributing team member, demonstrate consideration of and maintain rapport with others, and help others willingly.
• Initiative seek and assume greater responsibility, monitor projects independently as required, and follow through appropriately.
• Adaptability adjust well to any change in duties, procedures, supervisors or work environment, accept new ideas and approaches to work, and respond appropriately to constructive criticism and suggestions for work improvement.
• Judgment effectively analyze problems, determine appropriate action for solutions, and use logical thinking to exhibit timely and decisive action.
• Attendance attend work on a consistent basis, taking care to consider the use and number of absences in accordance with policy so that the organization is not negatively impacted.
• Punctuality arrive to work and depart from work according to department and district requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

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) 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

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

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above job description and am capable of performing all of the stated requirements.