Mechanic

School Bus Mechanic

Auxiliary Compensation Plan Salary Range: $24.30 - $34.28/hour Shift Type: Full-Time Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Shop Foreman Transportation Employment Begins: As soon as possible

Primary Purpose: To keep pupil transportation vehicles in such a state of operation excellence that they present no problems or interruptions to the functions of a safe and efficient transportation system designed to allow the students the fullest possible advantages from the district curriculum and extracurricular programs.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (Class B) with air brakes and passenger endorsement
• Must obtain within 3 months of Hire date and a (class A) within 6 months
• Texas Education Agency School Bus Driver Certificate
• State of Texas State Vehicle Inspector Certification within 2 months of Hire date

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Must pass the D.P.S. Medical Examination Report for School Bus Drivers
• Must be able to pass alcohol and drug test
• Possess ability to read, write, understand and communicate verbal and written instructions and responses in English
• Demonstrate success in performing a wide variety of tasks requiring an understanding of and proficiency at automotive and diesel mechanical repair
• Possess a full range of motion in hands, arms, and trunk

Experience:

• Successful performance for one (1) year as a mechanic

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, clutches, dry lines, differentials, suspension systems, wheels, brakes, steering systems, electrical systems, instruments, fuel systems, cooling and hydraulic systems
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspection and repairs
• Requisition parts and supplies
• Maintain associated records
• Drive school bus routes or trip as needed
• Continued school bus mechanic training as assigned by Fleet Manager, Shop Foreman or Director of Transportation
• Must obtain a refrigerant handlers license
• Must be able to perform road calls
• Willing to be flexible on after hour calls
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Working Conditions:

• Mental Demands: Reading and comprehending simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Reading, writing, understanding, and communicating verbal and written instructions and responses in English.
• Physical demands/environmental factors: Pushing, pulling, lifting, stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, and reaching with lifting. Carrying up to 50 pounds without assistance. Manually change, breakdown tires on school buses. Operating motor vehicle. Moderate exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) Exposure to vehicle fumes. Working around moving equipment, noise, exposure to oils, fuels, greases, batteries, and cleaning solvent vapors.

Mesquite Independent School District