What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Mechanic position at Little Elm ISD?
Job Title: Transportation Mechanic
Reports to: Lead Transportation Mechanic
Dept.: Transportation Services
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Scale: TD 4
Calendar: 240 Days
Primary Purpose: Responsible for maintaining and repairing the district's fleet of school buses, vehicles, and related equipment to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of transportation services. To diagnose mechanical issues, perform preventative maintenance, and adhere to all safety and compliance standards.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements or ability to obtain upon hire
- Completion of a technical or vocational program in automotive or diesel technology preferred
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications in medium/heavy trucks preferred
- Successful completion of state mandated school bus driver training and certification program or ability to obtain upon hire
Experience:
- Minimum of two years of experience in vehicle maintenance and repair (school bus or fleet experience preferred)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Comprehensive knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, electrical systems, brakes, and air systems.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to pass a Texas Department of Transportation Medical Examination
- Ability to pass a dexterity exam
- Ability to access and use printed service materials
- Ability to communicate effectively with others
- Must be 18 years of age
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintenance and Repairs
- Perform mechanical repairs, scheduled maintenance, and diagnostics on school buses, fleet vehicles, and equipment to ensure proper functioning and longevity.
- Service vehicles according to established preventative maintenance schedule and maintain accurate, updated records of preventative maintenance.
- Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.
- Do welding and minor body work.
- Respond to vehicle breakdowns and perform on-site repairs or towing as necessary.
- Test drive vehicles post-repair to verify proper operation and performance
Safety
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
- Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition and perform preventive maintenance on shop equipment according to established schedules.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Other
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of maintenance, inspections, and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.
- Drive a school bus route as required by the Transportation Services Department.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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; work must be performed on-site
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.
This job description 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.
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Little Elm ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the District does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Little Elm no discrimina a ningún empleado o candidato a empleo por razón de raza, color, religión, sexo, nacionalidad, edad, incapacidad, estatus militar, información genética o de cualquier otra razón prohibida por ley. Además, el distrito escolar no discrimina a ningún empleado o candidato a empleo que actúe oponiéndose a ese tipo de discriminaciones o que participe en la investigación de una queja relacionada co n alguna práctica discriminatoria en la contratación. La toma de decisiones respecto a una contratación se hará en función de las calificaciones, experiencia y habilidades del candidato.
