What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at District Wide?
Position Title: Diesel Mechanic
Department: Transportation
Reports To: Lead Mechanic
FLSA Designation: Non-exempt
SUMMARY: Maintains District’s vehicles in a safe and dependable operating condition.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs repairs and maintenance on District vehicles within established service schedules.
- Diagnosis problems, repairs, overhauls, and replaces external engine parts, etc.
- Inspects, adjusts, repairs and overhauls brakes, differentials and rear assemblies.
- Repairs and replaces all seats and seat covers when needed.
- Performs required inspection of all District vehicles.
- Keeps work area clean and free of debris that could results in injury to District employees.
- Ability to drive bus routes when requested.
- Adheres to the District’s policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties assigned by supervisor or administrator.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Experience working on gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, and other aspects of heavy-duty trucks, pickups, and automobiles preferred. Must have working knowledge of the standard practices and tools associated with automotive and heavy-duty diesel and/or gasoline engines. Must have working knowledge of air brake systems.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess or obtain a valid Oklahoma Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger and school bus endorsements/air brake qualifications. Must obtain and maintain a State Inspection Certificate.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to pass an annual physical exam and to pass all required drug screenings.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 18 years of age.
