Diesel Mechanic

Job Title

We offer great benefits including excellent health insurance, Florida Retirement System participation and paid leave.

Full Time 8-Hour Positions Available

Analyzes and determines repairs needed.

Ensures that repairs are adequate and correct

Observes and suggests repairs or preventive measures to eliminate/minimize road failures.

Ensures that vehicles are properly repaired and maintained for safe, dependable operation within minimum time and cost.

Conducts general and major repairs on District owned vehicles.

Performs engine tune-ups; checks and/or changes plugs and points; changes oil and filters; lubricates chassis and checks tires and batteries.

Cleans, adjusts, repairs, and rebuilds carburetors.

Adjusts, repairs, or replaces brakes to include wheel cylinders, lines, master cylinders, brake boosters, etc.

Adjusts, repairs, or replaces clutches and torque converters.

Replaces items such as fan belts, hoses, radiators, wiper blades, tires lights, controls, etc.

Performs all phases of air conditioning repairs.

Performs monthly vehicle inspection program.

Overhauls vehicle motors, transmissions, and differentials.

Replaces universal joints, suspension components, and body and frame parts.

Operates welding and cutting equipment as required.

Furnishes and maintains adequate supply of hand tools necessary for repair and maintenance duties.

Assists in keeping the shop, all tools, and equipment neat, clean, and organized.

Assists in the parts room and service window as needed.

Operates District vehicles and equipment in a safe manner.

Responds in emergency situations as required.

Conducts onboard diagnostics, including regeneration, cylinder cut-off tests, compressor tests, calibrations, and ECM updates.

Reads and interprets diagnostic codes when performing repairs and maintenance.

Diagnoses and repairs electrical systems, including identifying shorts in various types of systems on school buses.

Performs other duties as assigned.