What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic position at wacoisd?
Job Title: Mechanic
Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt/At-Will
Reports To: Mechanic - Lead
Pay Grade/Days: 309/226
Dept./School: Student Transportation Services
Date Revised: April 2024
Primary Purpose:
Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt/At-Will
Reports To: Mechanic - Lead
Pay Grade/Days: 309/226
Dept./School: Student Transportation Services
Date Revised: April 2024
Perform major and 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:
High school diploma or GED
Valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
Must be eligible to drive based on the Texas DPS School Transportation Guidelines
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs with general supervision
Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair
Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts
Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
Ability to pass required bus driver safety test
Ability to pass required bus driver safety training
Ability to operate a bus
ASE Certification preferred
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience as a mechanic preferred
High school diploma or GED
Valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
Must be eligible to drive based on the Texas DPS School Transportation Guidelines
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs with general supervision
Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair
Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts
Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
Ability to pass required bus driver safety test
Ability to pass required bus driver safety training
Ability to operate a bus
ASE Certification preferred
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience as a mechanic preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintenance and Repairs
1. Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
2. Perform minor mechanical repairs preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner with minimal supervision.
3. Assist lead mechanic with completing major repairs.
4. Service vehicles according to established preventative maintenance schedule and maintain accurate, updated records of preventative maintenance.
5. Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.
6. Perform welding and minor body work.
7. Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule.
8. Rotate and balance tires; change oil and filter lubricate vehicle parts: inspect and replace hoses,belts ,mirrors,lamps,and maintain all fluid levels.
9. Perform preventive maintenance, including bleeding of air tanks, on shop equipment according to established schedule.
Safety
10. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc. Operate tool, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
11. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
12. Keep shop, equipment and tools in safe operating condition and perform preventative maintenance on shop equipment according to established schedules.
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Other
14. Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
15. Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.
16. Work irregular hours as needed.
17. Demonstrate respect, be courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly.
18. Perform all other duties as assigned.
1. Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
2. Perform minor mechanical repairs preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner with minimal supervision.
3. Assist lead mechanic with completing major repairs.
4. Service vehicles according to established preventative maintenance schedule and maintain accurate, updated records of preventative maintenance.
5. Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.
6. Perform welding and minor body work.
7. Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule.
8. Rotate and balance tires; change oil and filter lubricate vehicle parts: inspect and replace hoses,belts ,mirrors,lamps,and maintain all fluid levels.
9. Perform preventive maintenance, including bleeding of air tanks, on shop equipment according to established schedule.
Safety
10. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc. Operate tool, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
11. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
12. Keep shop, equipment and tools in safe operating condition and perform preventative maintenance on shop equipment according to established schedules.
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Other
14. Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
15. Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.
16. Work irregular hours as needed.
17. Demonstrate respect, be courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly.
18. Perform all other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Working Conditions:
Tobacco Free
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
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
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
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
Non Discrimination Statement
The Waco Independent School District is an equal opportunity educational provider and employer who does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information or non-proficiency in English language skills in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Americans with Disabilities Act; and school board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.
For information about your rights or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX, please email titleixcoordinator@wacoisd.org or contact Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at 254-755-9410 or Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and Support at 254-755-9417. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII, as amended, contact the Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at 254-755-9410. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, contact Waco ISD Special Education Executive Director at 254-755-9569 or write to P.O. Box 27, Waco, TX, 76703.
