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Position: Bus Mechanic - Mechanic I, II, III
Purpose of Position:
To ensure the safety of all persons riding in school vehicles by implementing a program of preventive maintenance for all school vehicles and performing repairs on vehicles in a timely and professional manner.
Qualifications:
Physical requirements:
Good health and high energy level
Ability to lift objects weighing 30 lbs. or more
Ability to climb & descend a ladder
Extensive kneeling, crawling, standing & bending
Ability to tolerate a stressful environment
Ability to lift objects above shoulder level
Extensive pushing/pulling and twisting
Good vision and hearing
Skills, knowledge and abilities:
Ability to read warning labels and safety documents
Ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral instructions
Ability to communicate by giving comprehendible oral instructions
Ability to perform basic numerical calculations
Ability to perform routine tasks without close supervision
Plan, schedule and organize work
Attention to detail
Ability to comprehend technical manuals and safety documents
Ability to be on 24 hour call
Ensure the quality of work as measured against established standards
Proficient in multitasking
Essential Job Functions (The duties listed below are not intended to depict all tasks required by this position. Duties may also be divided among staff as directed by the Supervisor)
Comply with School Board Policy
Be alert to safety conditions; anything found unsafe should be reported to supervisor and rendered safe as soon as possible
Perform assigned daily tasks on time
Communicate and confer frequently with the Assist. Superintendent. of Maintenance & Transportation
Comply with relevant laws and procedures for the storage, use and disposal of chemicals, trash, rubbish, waste and blood borne contaminated items
Move furniture and/or equipment within the building(s) as required for various activities and as directed by supervisor
Remain on the work-site during work shift schedule unless excused by the Assistant Superintendent
Capable of operating the schools vehicles and equipment necessary to carry out the duties of his/her job. The operation of school vehicles by the employee must be limited to business that is necessary to perform his/her job. It is not to be used for personal business.
Assist maintenance employees as needed
Repairing of the following equipment; school buses, school automobiles, tractors, mowing equipment etc. as deemed necessary
Develop and maintain a system to ensure all school vehicles are included in a preventative maintenance program. This program will include but is not limited to oil changes, lubrications, filter changes, and other periodic maintenance that is suggested by the vehicles manufacturer
Insure that the school bus garage and its related equipment will be used only for the repair of school vehicles and school equipment
Drive a school bus route when required
Provide supervision for extra activities
Respects the privacy of confidential matters relative to students, patrons and personnel
Uses good judgment at all times
Comply with all items contained in the districts Hazard Communication Program
Attend quarterly safety meetings as scheduled by the district safety coordinator
Other Job Functions:
Perform other duties that may be necessary to achieve job purpose, or that may be assigned
Attend approved professional development activities that may improve professional competence or enhance the job purpose.
Keep up to date license for assigned area
Full Time
$39k-50k (estimate)
11/21/2023
06/19/2024
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