What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long Term Substitute for Bus Mechanic position at West Virginia Department of Education?
Position Type :
Bus Operator / Transportation / Bus Mechanic
Date Posted : 1 / 14 / 2025
Location :
Transportation- Hampshire County
Closing Date : 01 / 21 / 2025
County :
Hampshire County Schools Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8 :
Mechanic means a person employed to perform skilled duties independently in the maintenance and repair of automobiles, school buses, and other mechanical and mobile equipment to use in a county school system. Mechanic Assistant means a person employed as a mechanic apprentice and helper'
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES : (Additional Duties may be assigned)
- Knowledge of the following :
- Learn and sufficiently operate ServiceFinder (Shop maintenance program)
- Tools necessary to conduct routine and preventative maintenance
- Diesel / gasoline engines
- Air brake systems
- Steering, differential, and suspension systems
- Transmissions
- Body electrical
- Emissions
- Cooling and heating systems
- Computer control systems
- Brake systems
- Ignition systems
- Fuel systems
- Drivelines
- Exhaust systems; emission and control
- Engine blocks
- Cylinder heads and valve trains
- Chassis and cab maintenance
- Lubrication
- Department of Motor Vehicles and WVDE inspection process
- Interior components including but not limited to dash panels and seat upholstery (be able to remove and install)
- Be willing to read and increase knowledge base on own time, to meet changing industry standards
- Inspect all new buses purchased and buses on which repairs have been made and release same for transporting students
- Perform welding and oxy-fuel cutting
- Perform precision measurements
- Perform engine mechanical diagnosis
- Be prepared to assist the transportation supervisor in determining when a bus is unsafe for student transport
- Promote high standards of safety and good workmanship in all work-connected areas
- Transport students on an emergency or as-needed basis when directed by the Transportation Supervisor
- Be extensively familiar with mechanical aspects of all vehicles and maintain a high standard of workmanship. This includes knowledge of day-to-day repairs and major overhauls
- Be skilled in the art of planned maintenance and maintain computer records of all work orders and completed maintenance
- Be familiar with standards as set forth in the WV School Transportation Regulations and the Hampshire County Official Policy Manual
- Abide by all rules and regulations pertaining to service personnel
- Assist in the periodic inspections of all county buses to ascertain that buses are ready for inspection by the WV State Transportation Department. Do annual state inspections on all other county-owned vehicles.
- Maintain / service all county-owned vehicles
- Maintain cleanliness of garage and workplace
QUALIFICATIONS :
High School diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code §18A-2-5; Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c; Meet the definition of "Qualifications" in WV Code §18A-4-8b; demonstrate competency pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8e as required.
To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach overhead and shoulder height, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use interior and exterior rear view mirrors, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and / or move at least 100 pounds without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work surface includes concrete floors with below surface pits for maintenance work involving the under-carriage of vehicles. The work environment includes close quarters of vehicle interiors and under vehicle hoods. The temperature can range from below freezing to 90 degrees F when vehicles are stranded in inclement weather due to mechanical failures or road conditions. The work surface can be wet and slippery. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to very loud (70-112 dB).
The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his / her designee.
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which effect employee productivity, safety, or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.
