Primary Purpose:

Help mechanics perform routine repairs and maintenance on all vehicles.  

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Must be 18 years of age
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to use maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Ability to operate bus

ASE Certification preferred

Experience:
Experience in minor vehicle repair and maintenance

Pay Grade AUX 5

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repairs

1. Perform major and minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner and without supervision. Maintain accurate, up-to-date preventive maintenance records.

2.  Rebuild, replace, or repair major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems including engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical, and cooling systems.

3.  Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs.

4.  Assign work to vehicle mechanics and mechanic assistants and inspect completed work for quality.

5.  Help train mechanics and mechanic assistants.

    

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. Ensure shop, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition.

     8. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to                   supervisor.

     9. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

    10. Record use of gas and mileage for buses daily.

    11. Operate buses and vehicles as needed, including driving buses into shop area for repairs, and driving buses on student            routes and field trips.

Equipment Used:

Automotive diagnostic equipment, wheel balancing equipment, tire repairing equipment, small hand tools, drill, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, welding torch, torque wrench, jack and lift equipment. School bus and district vehicles.

Working Conditions:

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:  Standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

Motion:  Walking; frequent climbing, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; moderate driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds or 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

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.