Bus Mechanic

Job Title: Mechanic

We are currently accepting applications for the position of mechanic. Successful candidates will have experience as a diesel mechanic. In addition, they will model the District's mission, vision and values.

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Job Objective: Manages an ongoing maintenance program for district vehicles. Note: Driving duties may be assigned – for information, refer to "bus driver" job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Post-secondary commercial vehicle maintenance training or work experience is required.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Ability to comply with safety and environmental regulations.
• Ability to obtain a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with school bus and passenger endorsements. Meets all prerequisite and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the district's insurance carrier.

Essential Functions:

• Provides technical expertise and manual skill in the inspection, servicing, and repair of district vehicles. Recommends effective procedures to deal with emergency repairs. Helps coordinate annual state patrol bus inspections.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Supports community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Promotes effective communications and reliable service. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Refers district policy/procedure questions to administrators.
• Evaluates performance to ensure that maintenance service programs are effective.
• Keeps current with local, state, and federal school bus safety and environmental regulations.
• Teaches bus drivers recognize problems before the equipment malfunctions.
• Shares knowledge about advances in operational procedures and equipment technology.
• Learns maintenance procedures for all district vehicles.
• Makes road calls when vehicles become disabled.
• Reports irregularities and equipment abuse to the transportation supervisor.
• Secures and evaluates work performed by outside contractors.
• Maintains an inventory of essential supplies. Inspects, services, repairs and/or rebuilds equipment.
• Encourages drivers to ask questions and offer suggestions. Tests repaired vehicles to ensure safety.
• Performs preventive maintenance activities (e.g., changes oil, replaces filters, lubricates fittings, checks belts, maintains fluid levels, etc.).
• Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about work progress. Maintains repair logs, safety inspection records, etc. Itemizes repair costs for each vehicle.
• Recommends the replacement of equipment necessary to ensure fleet effectiveness.
• Helps prepare bid specifications (e.g., bus purchases, shop equipment, supplies, etc.).
• Picks-up and delivers equipment, materials, and other supplies as directed.
• Reports all traffic citations and accidents. Documents all injuries that require medical attention.
• Receives deliveries. Unloads trucks. Inspects packages. Verifies contents with packing lists and purchase orders. Organizes and stores supplies. Validates invoices for payment.
• Takes appropriate action to protect school property. Secures the transportation facility at the end of the workday. Responds to emergencies as needed.
• Prepares and submits accurate and timely reports, records, and inventories.
• Assists other staff as needed to deal with unexpected or urgent situations.
• Reports discipline problems, vandalism, graffiti, equipment malfunctions, and other concerns.
• Upholds the student conduct code. Maintains high expectations for behavior and performance.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities Required:

• Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct.
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Performs duties efficiently with limited supervision. Meets deadlines despite time constraints.
• Prepares accurate and timely paperwork. Verifies and correctly enters data.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals.

Working Conditions:

• Balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and/or standing.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors. Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle. Working near active vehicular traffic.
• Performing tasks that require strenuous physical exertion.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Working at various heights, in confined spaces, and/or in variable/diminished lighting.
• Working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.

Performance Evaluation:

Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Granville Exempted Village School District Board of Education.

The Granville Exempted Village School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.