Specialist, Transportation/ Lead Mechanic

Position: 

Specialist- Transportation Specialist/ Lead Mechanic

Supervisor:

Transportation Coordinator

Work Site:

Transportation (Central Location)

Summary:

Under the direction of the Transportation Coordinator, coordinate and supervise the mechanics and service technicians and ensures the timely completion of repairs on all district vehicles, school and activity buses. Inspect work, making sure standards are met. Oversee orders and inventory of all parts, shop, supplies, and equipment. Oversee all work orders, the semi-annual State bus inspections and maintain records for each vehicle/bus. Comply with OSHA Standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Make repairs and perform major tune-ups on school buses and district trucks and automobiles.
• Assist other mechanics making safety inspections of all vehicles and.or school buses.
• Maintain proper forms on all repairs and inspections.
• Assign work to and co-evaluate performance of shop employees.
• Assist in training mechanics and service technicians.
• Answer telephones and radios as needed and to know daily operation of the Transportation Department and fill in as needed.
• Maintain inventory records in Inventory Direct.
• Have a positive attitude and communicate with students, parents, teachers, co-workers and supervisors.
• Order parts, shop supplies, and equipment.
• Make arrangements/ schedule in town repairs for buses and district vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates or Applied Science Degree in Automotive or Diesel Technology
• ASE Certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Dine language, culture, and history preferred
• Good communication skills and customer service skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, Excel and Access
• Working knowledge of general accounting principles
• Working knowledge of state budgeting  policies and procedures
• Working knowledge of school bussing and transportation regulations
• Must have a clean driving record
• Must  be able to pass a Commercial Drivers License Physical Exam

Physical/Job Requirements:

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, driving a vehicle, traveling long distances, writing, typing, word processing, reading, researching information, and effective communication skills.

Safety and Health:

• Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions
• Completed and cleared background check
• Pass drug test if required for position
• Knowledge and compliance with district and school Safety Plans

Equipment/Material Handled:

• Multimedia equipment, including current technology
• Equipment/materials relevant to the job responsibilities
• Valid driver license and insurable by district if necessary

Work Environment:

• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality
• Work interruptions
• Flexibility
• Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision
• Must complete applications and assignments within the timeframes allowed
• Extended work hours, on occasion

Term of Employment:

• Exempt