Chief Mechanic

Job Title:                   Chief Mechanic                       

Reports to:               Transportation Director 

Days to Work:          260/12 Months 

Pay Grade:                AUX:8 ($32.10- $45.28) (Depends on Years of Experience)

Wage/Hour Status:  Non-Exempt

Dept./School:           Transportation 

Date Revised:           11/1/11:05/20;11/23;01/24

Report Date:             February 07, 2025

In-House applicants must complete the online internal application process 

All substitutes for Crosby ISD, if applying for a full time job, MUST complete an External Application

Primary Purpose:

The Chief Mechanic is responsible for working with the Director, Assistant Director of Transportation, Operations Manager, and Technicians to insure both the scheduled maintenance and unscheduled repair operations run safely and smoothly, and vehicles are repaired to the standards of Crosby ISD, State, and Federal Regulations. The Chief Mechanic supervises all vehicle maintenance for the district and oversees vehicle safety training for all employees of Crosby ISD.

Qualifications:

       Education/Certification: 

• High School Diploma or GED
• Maintain ASE Certifications (or be willing to obtain within 1 year) 2 years’ experience as a Lead Technician, Shop Foreman or Shop Supervisor
• Possess and maintain a valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License (Class B with a “P” endorsement) with an acceptable driving record as determined by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
• Possess and maintain TEA Texas School Bus Certification
• Must possess at least eight-(8) of the ASE Automotive Certifications A1-A8 or Medium/Heavy Duty truck equivalent. T1-T6 or S4, S5, S6 or S1-S7 School Bus certification preferred or TASBT Master Certification, or demonstrate proficiency in these areas
• Experience as Shop Supervisor preferred
• College Degree or Technical School Degree Preferred

 Job Requirements:

• Must show negative on a drug and/or alcohol test to be given on a pre-employment, random, post-accident and/or reasonable suspicion basis, in accordance with federal law and district policy.
• Must pass an annual physical in accordance with the law.

       Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Experience as automotive and diesel technician
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation and environmental regulations.
• Personal computer and basic accounting skills preferred.
• Two years of maintenance management experience with 5 to 7 years’ hands-on experience in vehicle repair.
• Knowledge of the principles of leadership, management, and supervision.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform required repairs with no supervision
• Knowledge of Cummins Insite Pro, Bendix, ServiceMaxx, Diamond Logic, and Allison software
• Ability to perform mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, inspections and tire repair on medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
• Clean Driving Record
• Able to operate a fork lift
• Ability to drive a school bus
• Able to pass a drug and alcohol test
• Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Excellent Telephone and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety regulations, service manuals, and procedure manuals
• Ability to conduct a facility safety inspection
• Regular attendance required

        Experience: 

• Two years of maintenance management experience with 5 to 7 years’ hands-on experience in vehicle repair.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

       Maintenance and Repair:

• Provide supervision and guidance to all Technicians and shop personnel.
• Perform major and minor mechanical repairs with no supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Work on projects assigned, following established procedures.
• Communicate with Director in all vehicle maintenance issues and areas.
• Provide training procedures for Maintenance Staff and hold maintenance training sessions for training opportunities.
• Develop liaisons with any appropriate maintenance related government agencies and staff.
• Be knowledgeable of all related federal, state, and local legislation in the maintenance area and update all related staff.
• Work with Bus Drivers and other district personnel in the diagnosis of vehicle problems, scheduling of the repair work needed, overseeing the necessary repairs, and communicating to vehicle operator when job is complete.
• Implement and oversee a preventive maintenance program for both the school bus and white fleets of the district.
• Ensure all safety recall and warranty repairs are performed in a timely manner.
• Assures that field trip buses are prepared in advance on the trip in conjunction the Operations Manager’s schedule.
• Implements and oversees a routine cleaning and sanitizing program of all district vehicles.
• Perform quality control checks on repairs and tracks productivity of technicians on come backs, time on task, duration of write-ups, etc.
• Lead an instruct technicians in the repair of vehicles in the shop.
• Assists with new employee orientation of the shop and shop procedures.
• Monitors all warranties and assures that all vehicles are repaired as required to ensure the validity of the warranty.

      Inventory Management

• Assist the Director of Transportation on large purchases of shop equipment and help in the maintenance budget preparation.
• Advise on specifications for bus and vehicle purchases for all departments.
• Ensure an adequate supply of fleet repair parts, tires, fuel and other fluids, maintain emergency parts as needed, receive and stock parts as required.
• Daily posting of all parts movement in and out of inventory.
• Assists with the proper disposal of all old parts, equipment, tires, and any other waste materials.
• Assists in the effort to provide fleet consistency and standardization.

      Safety:

• Assists with all vehicle accidents, photographs scene, coordinates student transport from scene, gathers all pertinent information at the scene, and completes and files insurance and accident reports.
• Assists with training the Transportation Staff on standard policies and procedures within the department including vehicle maintenance, safety, and other topics as required by the department.
• Maintains familiarity with changes in statutory laws and interprets the effects of safety and bus procedure mandates on Transportation operations.
• Assists in monitoring district compliance with laws, regulations, and/or rules related to Federal, State, or Local governmental agencies and other practical general industry guidelines with regard to transportation safety.
• Inspects tools and equipment for proper condition and usage.

      Administrative:

• Participate in interviews for all technician candidates.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Communicates with the Operations Manager concerning department policies, procedures, and problems.
• Attends meetings as needed.
• Manage the use of the district’s fleet management software
• Collect, maintain, and manage data necessary to develop and produce fleet performance and operating cost indicators and information.
• Maintain fiscal responsibility in use of shop funds.
• Supports all district initiatives and models nondiscriminatory practices at all times.

Departmental Climate

• Demonstrate dependability by being punctual and present at work unless for good cause.
• Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Provide an effective communication channel with mechanics and other transportation staff.
• Coordinate with the director of any vehicle recalls or required attention.
• Assist in keeping the mechanics updated of any changes in procedures or laws.
• Demonstrate behavior that is positive, professional, ethical and responsible and serve as a role model for all Transportation Department personnel.
• Exhibit reliability by completing work as assigned by meeting project time lines.
• Organize and maintain a clean shop.

Departmental Improvement

• Assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities.
• Establish and maintain an efficient and effective Vehicle Maintenance Program
• Assist the Director with the recommendation of sound policies directed toward program improvements.

Transportation Management Software

• Generate and finalize vehicle repair work orders.
• Operate and maintain the fleet maintenance software program to its maximum potential enhancing the departments’ operational efficiency.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversees the repair team in the Transportation Department Shop
• Maintain a safe working environment for all persons working in the mechanic shop.
• If necessary, receive emergency calls from drivers and arrange for mechanics to give immediate aid.
• Assign work orders to shop personnel fairly and based upon employee level of knowledge.

Professional Growth and Development

• Take the initiative to develop needed professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
• Belong to and take an active role in professional organizations pertaining to the position.

Department/Community Relations

• Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of transportation to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
• Assist the Director with Transportation functions & other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Work in tight spaces
• Work on vehicles and machinery with moving parts
• Exposure to toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline and diesel, solvents, acids, and bases

Mental Demands:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
• Interpret policy, procedures and data.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• May have heavy stress involved in job.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts necessary to perform job.
• Frequent district-wide travel (50%).
• Occasional prolonged and irregular hours (25%).
• Drive or monitor a school bus in order to cover all routes (25%).
• Pick up parts from various vendors as needed (10%).
• Frequent use of all equipment in an office setting (20%).
• Requires performing tasks standing (25%), walking (25%), bending (25%), kneeling (25%).
• Work positions include climbing (25%), kneeling (25%), squatting (25%) , lifting (25%) and extended reaching above head and in front of body (25%).
• Requires working inside and outside in all temperatures & climatic conditions (100%).
• Requires climbing stairs (50%).
• Operates all district vehicles (50%).

Equipment Used:

• 2 way radio
• Telephone
• Standard shop tools 
• Diagnostic equipment found in a diesel repair facility
• School bus
• Fuel pump
• Power tools
• Hand tools
• Electronic testing equipment
• Computers

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Crosby Independent School District - in compliance with the Title VII, American Disability Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other statues- seeks to provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status. This policy extends to the employment and all programs and activities conducted by the district. For Further information, Contact the Office of the Superintendent, Crosby Independent School District, 14670 FM 2100, Crosby, Texas 77532.

                                                                     An Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $32 - $45