What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Technician position at Alabama Department of Education?

HOOVER CITY SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Automotive Technician

REPORTS TO : Supervisor

JOB GOAL : To provide excellent vehicle maintenance services for all District buses and other vehicles

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

High School Diploma or equivalent
Three (3) years of experience in a comparable position
Valid Alabama Driver's License
Possess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver license (ABL) and commercial driver's license (CDL) with P / S endorsement
Maintain a current Alabama School Bus Physical or ALDOT Health Card as required by state law or the Alabama State Department of Education
Meet Hoover City Schools insurable driver requirements
Possess and maintain Alabama School Bus Mechanic certification within six (6) months
Ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to make estimates of time and material needed for efficient project completion
Ability to climb and work from scaffolding, ladders, and heights
Ability to engage in prolonged sitting or standing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning and reaching
Strength and agility to lift and carry objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds; ability to exert up to seventy-five (75) pounds of force
Ability and willingness to work indoors and outdoors year-round in noisy, crowded environments, in various temperatures, and weather conditions
Ability and willingness to work after hours, weekends, or holidays if necessary
Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance
Ability to meet suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457
Such Alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and the Board may require

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and priorities

Performs monthly safety inspection on buses as required by the State of Alabama

Performs maintenance by diagnosing, maintaining, and reconditioning systems for all vehicles and equipment owned by the District (including, but not limited to, suspension systems, steering systems, differentials, engines, transmissions, exhaust systems, electrical wiring systems, ignition systems, brakes)

Completes and maintains written maintenance records for all vehicles owned by the school system

Assists as needed with minor automotive body repairs

Maintains shop / service area and equipment; promotes high standards of safety

Properly uses and maintains responsibility for tools, equipment, and material resources of the District

Performs road call duty as needed

Drives buses and transports students as directed

Responds promptly to call out in emergency situations

Performs all mechanical maintenance services with priority on student and employee safety; removes from service any bus or other vehicle that is unsafe to operate

Returns buses or other vehicles to active service only after identified maintenance problems have been corrected

Engages in work-related training to increase knowledge and skills as directed and / or for advancement

Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school / workplace matters

Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and / or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility

Report potential problems, unusual events, or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel

Responds to inquiries, requests, and constructive feedback in a timely and positive manner

Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner

Properly uses and cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system

Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures

Adheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local laws

Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s)

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Hoover City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.

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