23-24 Vehicle Mechanic For Transportation

Job Title: Vehicle Mechanic
Reports to: Transportation Coordinator
Dept./School: Maintenance
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Primary Purpose:
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.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S)
endorsements
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engine maintenance and repair
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance
instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual
physical exam
Ability to access and use printed service materials
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Experience:
Experience as mechanic
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintenance and Repairs
1. Perform minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on
all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner with minimal supervision. Work with lead
mechanic to complete major repairs.
2. Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule and maintain
accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.
3. Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service
as needed.
4. Do welding and minor body work.
5. Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks as assigned and complete work according to
manufacturer specifications and schedules.
Safety
6. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting
and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety
procedures.
7. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not
immediately correctable to supervisor.
8. Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition and perform preventive
maintenance on shop equipment according to established schedules.
Other
9. Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
10. Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
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;
computer and peripherals; school bus and district vehicles
Posture:
Moderate standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, 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:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress