Mechanic (Tire)

Reports To:                     Lead Mechanic (Tire) or Shop Foreman    

Duty Days:                      260 days      

Wage/Hour Status:        Non-Exempt, 8 hour      

Pay Grade:                      A06

Qualifications:

College hours, high school diploma or GED (preferred)

Three years mechanical experience (or heavy-duty tire work) in vehicle repair and/or other related experience

Able to work productively without continual supervision

Formal training in vehicle repair (preferred)

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements

Pass annual physical in accordance with state law

School Bus Driver Certification or able to obtain with six months of hire date

Negative result on drug and/or alcohol tests administered as pre-employment, random, post-accident and/or reasonable suspicion basis, in accordance with federal law and district policy

Able to communicate in English (written and oral)

Able to read and interpret maps and routes

Able to climb in and out of all school bus emergency exits

Hand tools to be provided by the employee

Primary Purpose:

Capable of making minor mechanical repairs to the district’s fleet.  Help provide for a safe and reliable vehicle for the transport of students and employees of Katy ISD.  Safely drive students to and from school on a schedule assigned by the Transportation Department. Safely transport students and staff to and from district sanctioned activities. Always act in the best interest of the district, the students and the community.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Able to effect minor repairs as it concerns the PM schedule, i.e., hoses, belts, bulbs, etc.
2. Able to perform general lubrication, change filters, etc.
3. Mount and balance heavy (truck, bus and trailer) and light (auto) tires.
4. Responsible for upkeep, repair, replacement and protection of personal tools.  Certain large tools and equipment are supplied by the district.
5. Provide basic mechanical assistance as needed by the Shop Foreman.
6. Perform other duties as assigned to include student transport as needed.
7. Able to inspect and replace the fleet’s tires and tubes.
8. Maintain records concerning tire use (preventive maintenance).
9. Maintain a fleet tire inventory for emergency use.
10. Operate any Katy ISD school bus and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner while following all traffic laws, district policies, district regulations and Transportation Department regulations.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

Automotive diagnostic equipment, wheel balancing equipment, tire repairing equipment, small hand tools, drills, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, welding torch, torque wrench, jacks and lift equipment.  School bus and district vehicles, two-way radios and telephones. School buses, emergency equipment (triangle reflectors, fire extinguisher, bodily fluids kit, etc.)

Working Conditions:

Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching. Work inside and outside, around moving objects and vehicles.  Exposed to heat, dampness, humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline and diesel fuel. Prolonged driving and sitting. Frequent walking, standing, twisting, climbing stairs, stooping, bending, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension.  Repetitive hand motions, moderate carrying, reaching and capable of lifting 50 lbs.  Occasional prolonged hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.