Transportation - Technician III

Transportation - Tech III

Perform major and minor mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (ex: G.E.D.)
• Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B) with P and S endorsements
• Knowledge of school bus/automotive mechanical components
• Associate Degree in Auto Repair and/or a minimum of four (4) ASE Automotive Certifications (Automotive A1-A-8 or Medium/Heavy Duty Truck T1-T6, or School Bus S1-S7) or obtain ASE certifications within 18 months of employment, or TASBT Texas Association of School bus Technicians equivalent
• Required to maintain ASE certifications or TASBT certifications.
• Possess and maintain Texas School Bus Driver certification.
• Airbrake Certified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Acceptable communications, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to diagnose and troubleshoot and effect repairs for all district vehicles, including:
• Removal and replacement of engines, fuel systems, Electrical, Diagnose Transmissions
• Knowledge of Service Maxx, Diamond Logic builder, Cummins In-site, Mercedes, Detroit, Alison doc programs.
• After treatment systems including EGR Valves EGR Coolers, SCR, DPF. DOC and Injector Diagnostics.
• Turbo Chargers-Cylinder Cutout test-Leak down test-High Pressure pump test-ICP & IPR.
• Ability to diagnose minor mechanical problems and perform repairs with supervision
• Ability to operate tools and equipment involved in vehicle repair
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts
• Ability to pass required bus driver safety training
• Ability to operate a school bus
• Must be willing to progress to mechanical level with training

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum two (5) years auto/truck maintenance and repair experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Service vehicles according to 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.
• Maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance
• Diagnoses mechanical problems of vehicles.
• Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures
• Promotes high standards of safety and acceptable housekeeping methods in all working areas.
• Performs mechanical duties such as a general mechanics functions and recognition and repair of all safety equipment.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately
• Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and services.
• Uses time wisely to ensure productivity and efficiency.

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; Engine Hoist; computer and peripherals; school bus and district vehicles.
• Posture: Moderate standing; frequent kneeling/stooping, 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