What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic position at Maintenance?
Immediate Opening - Salary based on experience
Primary Purpose:
Perform minor mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsement or willing to acquire in a timely manner are employed
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of diesel and fuel engine maintenance and repair
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs independently
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and physical exam
Ability to access and use service materials
Ability to operate bus
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintenance and Repair
- Perform 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.
- Rebuild, replace, or repair minor vehicle components, assemblies, and systems including, suspensions, electrical, and cooling systems.
- Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.
- Do welding and minor body work.
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.
- Keep shop, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition and perform preventive maintenance on shop equipment according to established schedules.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Other
- Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Operate buses and vehicles as needed.
- Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to, the area of general maintenance and grounds keeping.
