Equipment Mechanic - Akron Public Schools

Automotive Mechanic

Responsible for skilled repair and preventive maintenance of a wide variety of automotive and construction equipment; including, but not limited to, installing parts, changing tires, cutting and welding, painting equipment, and performing body repair. Ensure safety of students. Evaluate complaints received on equipment and supplies and take appropriate action. Complete paperwork as required by supervisor. Promote good safety practices and procedures. Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation. Work cooperatively with others. Exercise considerable independent judgment in carrying out assignments. Maintain a clean and safe work area. Supervise automotive mechanic helpers on large repairs. Mix, Blend, and spray automotive paints. Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents. Diagnose and perform skilled repair and preventive maintenance on automotive equipment. Perform shielded arc welding and oxyacetylene welding and cutting. Repair, overhaul, and maintain gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, drive trains, brake systems, steering systems, and other major components of a wide variety of automotive and construction equipment. Grind valves, install piston rings, replace worn bearings, install clutch plates. Perform service calls for equipment broken in the field. Fabricate parts as necessary. Take inventories of stock, keeping accurate records. Receive freight from carriers and checks shipments against purchase orders. Answer calls from various departments on deliveries. Perform related duties as assigned by the Garage Foreman. Lead helper on large repairs. Attend meetings and seminars as required.

Graduation from an accredited High School or G.E.D

A minimum of three (3) years' paid experience at the skilled level in automotive repair work

Must obtain State of Ohio Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brake, school bus/passenger within first 6 months of employment

Ability to work effectively with others

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to listen effectively and actively

Ability to problem solve

Ability to work independently

Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels

Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, hydraulics, mechanical equipment, computers, lubricants and welding

Knowledge of the methods, tools and safety of Arc, MIG, and Oxyacetylene welding and cutting

Knowledge of towing and recovery operations with wrecker and special equipment

Knowledge of the methods, tools and practices of gasoline and diesel automotive equipment including preventive maintenance, diagnostics and repair

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the automotive repair trade

Knowledge of the methods, tools, and practices of automotive construction equipment repair

Ability to diagnose and repair defects in automotive and construction equipment