Mechanic - Transportation

JOB SUMMARY

This position diagnoses, repairs, and does preventive maintenance on buses and other support vehicles owned and operated by BOE to ensure that students have safe and reliable transportation. This position works under close supervision according to set procedures.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS           

• Inspects and verifies compliance for buses for Georgia Department of Education; fills all of the paperwork out for state; inputs data into FleetVision program.
• Makes any repairs found on buses with deficiencies; puts vehicle back into service; repairs any vehicle that the operator had made a work order on; inputs repairs information on repair orders and into the FleetVision program.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical components, steering components, exhaust systems, fuel systems, cooling systems, anddrive trains; maintains time and materials records.
• Replaces leaking gaskets, defective items, and seals.
• Completes all work orders in a safe, timely, effective and efficient manner.
• Maintains a list of components used to prepare each vehicle; ensures new supplies are requisitioned; maintains time and materials records as required.
• Checks inventory of parts order as needed; gets price quotes for large repair orders; keeps track of cores to be returned to vendors for credits; packs them and arranges for pickup.
• Makes recommendations for purchase of vehicles for the District; works with outside vendors on special projects.
• Monitors the 2-way radio for any problems or break downs during operating hours; performs emergency service calls for the repair of disabled District vehicle(s).
• Participates in training and professional development activities as required by school system, state and federal regulations.
• Drives a school bus as needed, following bus driver duties and responsibilities.
• Adheres to all Federal, State, County, and Board of Education rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.  

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

High School Diploma or State Approved High School Equivalency. One (1) year of prior experience in diagnosis and repair or diesel and gas engines, or closely related experience. Or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Knowledge of mechanical repair and maintenance.
• Skill in the use of equipment, tools, computers, and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions, and to interpret directions.
• Ability to read wiring schematics and use state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and tools to trouble shoot and repair buses.
• Ability to work as a team member. 

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid Georgia Commercial Driver License Class B with P, S and air brakes endorsements. Must meet all requirements for school bus driver certification. ASE certification(s) preferred.

Classified Staff Working 239 Days

Salary/Terms/Benefits:

1. 239 day work year; 8 hours per day
2. Salary: Grade 123: Hourly (placement on salary schedule based on years or experience). Up to ten (10) years allowed.  The stated salary range reflects the opportunity for pay over the course of the employee’s tenure.  The top pay is not a potential starting salary
3. Excellent benefits package (including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; employee assistance program); annual, personal and sick leave; membership in State Retirement System. 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Complete an online application.
2. Submit professional certificates, transcripts, and three (3) professional evaluations and/or reference letters respective to this position.
3. Submit a resume and cover letter.
4. Incomplete applications may not be considered. 

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established.  Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications will be considered.  Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly.  No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews. 

BIBB COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Bibb County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job when such individuals request an accommodation so long as the accommodation does not create an undue financial hardship for the district. A complete list of  physical demands associated with the position can be obtained from HR.

Salary : $24 - $27