Lead Mechanic

Lead Mechanic

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Obtain / Maintain Minimum Oklahoma Class B Commercial Driver License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements
• Obtain / Maintain Oklahoma State Department of Education school bus driver certificate
• Obtain / Maintain current ASE certification for school buses.
• Pass a Department of Transportation physical examination at a facility designated by the Transportation Department including drug and alcohol test
• Lift and carry seventy-five (75) pounds across forty (40) feet of level ground
• Have own supply of hand tools and air tools needed to work on small vehicles, large trucks, and buses

Education: High School diploma, GED or equivalent.

Experience: 5 or more years in auto and diesel mechanics preferred. Some training may be substituted for actual experience.

Reports To: Director of Transportation

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

Mechanic must have knowledge of gas and diesel equipment, transmissions, front ends, brakes, drive line, electrical and charging systems, etc. Shop Foreman must perform work involving welding, brazing, shop presses, air tools, jacks, dollies and automotive equipment and tools. Shop Foreman will be responsible for maintaining parts, preventative maintenance schedules, and required State vehicle inspections. Shop Foreman will also work with the Director of Transportation in setting and maintaining the budget for District and Transportation vehicles.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Diagnosing and repairing district buses and automotive equipment.
• Responsible for performing and assisting in the maintenance and repairs of all vehicles.
• Perform all required inspections of all types of vehicles.
• Complete and submit all paperwork.